Tourism Ministry To Unlock Full Potential Of Sector

The “Draft National Tourism Policy” was just introduced, according to a recent announcement by Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Tourism.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that on Saturday in Abuja, during a virtual meeting with stakeholders, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, the Minister of Tourism, revealed this.

During that discussion, it was also decided that the recently proposed policy represented a major advancement for Nigeria’s tourist industry.

According to Ade-John, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) and other important players worked together to accomplish the policy.

“This draft policy is a testament to our collective dedication to repositioning Nigeria’s tourism sector as a key driver of economic diversification,” she said.

In the course of the meeting, the minister stressed on the policy’s focus on sustainable tourism, community engagement, and diversification of tourism products. Explaining that these areas will drive economic growth, job creation, and cultural preservation in Nigeria.

She also supplied that ‘the draft policy reflects a comprehensive approach to addressing digital transformation and sectoral synergies, including with aviation.’

Further reports reveal that the policy is set to be finalized in October, with a presentation to the Federal Executive Council scheduled for November.

In light of this recent development, the importance of the tourism sector cannot be overlooked; especially in light of Statista’s report.

According to Statista’s review of the sector’s impact on Nigeria’s economy, the country’s revenue should soar to US$3,312 million this year, with an annual growth rate of 11.23%, which would then lead to a projected market volume of US$5,639 million by 2029.

Therefore, preserving and advancing the tourism sector is crucial for Nigeria’s economic future.