Janefrances Chibuzor, THEWILL

Nigeria has launched a 10-year capital market roadmap and a national savings strategy aimed at mobilising domestic and foreign investment to support its ambition of building a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

The United Kingdom and Nigeria have agreed on new measures to tackle visa fraud, strengthen border security and improve cooperation on migration, justice and security.

Cross River State is seeking to turn its tourism assets into a more sustainable economic engine, with Governor Bassey Edet Otu identifying aviation connectivity, accommodation, infrastructure and wider participation in the tourism value chain as priorities for growth.

Onah made the call on Sunday during the first dry run of the 2026 Carnival Calabar at Mary Slessor Roundabout, Calabar, Cross River State, identifying private investment as a major gap in efforts to build a sustainable carnival economy.

Onah disclosed this on Sunday during the first dry run of the 2026 Carnival Calabar at Mary Slessor Roundabout in Calabar, saying improved air connectivity could support visitor arrivals and expand business opportunities during the tourism season.

Cross River State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter Agbe Odey, has assured carnival lovers that the 2026 edition of Carnival Calabar will be bigger and better, with increased participation and new innovations.

The Association of Nigerian Journalists and Writers of Tourism (ANJET) says Nigeria’s tourism industry needs more than attractive destinations to compete internationally, addin that it requires investment, stronger collaboration and stories that give visitors compelling reasons to explore the country.

The 14th Youth Tourism and Hospitality Leaders Forum (YTHLF) has secured aviation scholarships worth approximately ₦2 million for young participants seeking professional training in the aviation industry.

Nigerian media entrepreneur Mo Abudu has launched EbonyLife Place in London, a new cultural and entertainment destination expected to create about 40 direct jobs.

British Deputy High Commissioner in Lagos, Jonny Baxter, said the initiative would equip emerging leaders with the skills and networks needed to drive innovation, sustainability and growth in Nigeria’s maritime sector.