PCL in partnership with the Nigerian South African Chamber of Commerce (NSACC), has hosted the Annual Breakfast Forum with the theme Rethinking Tourism in Nigeria recently.
The event took place at the Eko Hotels & Suites in Victoria Island. Distinguished thought leaders and experts from different sectors gathered to deliberate on reimagining the future of tourism in Nigeria.
Ikechi Uko, the founder of Akwaaba African Travel Market, delivered the keynote speech. He discussed the significance of domestic tourism and highlighted the crucial role of culture and festivals in promoting tourism. He emphasised the immense potential of Meetings, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) in attracting inbound tourism.
Marketing and Communications Manager at Ibom Air, Aniekan Essienette, outlined the need for improved connectivity in Nigeria’s airports to make domestic and regional tourism more accessible. She also highlighted the importance of promoting Nigeria’s cultural diversity and tourist attractions.
The COO & Group Head Strategy & Business Development, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services, Tosan Duncan Odukoya, outlined the importance of streamlining travel processes and making air travel accessible to a broader demographic. Her vision included simplifying the journey and enhancing the experience with technology.
Edo state’s Commissioner of Art, Culture, and Tourism, Dr Uyi Oduwa-Malaka, stressed the significance of “green tourism”. She strongly advocated for sustainable environmental stewardship within the tourism industry.
The CEO of The Landmark Africa Group, Paul.Onwuanibe emphasised the significance of security, standards, and excellence. He stated that implementing robust security measures is crucial to the sector’s growth.
In his closing remarks, the managing director PCL, Rob Taiwo expressed that the consulting company is dedicated to solving big societal problems.
