Janefrances Chibuzor, THEWILL

Janefrances Ebere Chibuzor is a Tourism Writer at THEWILL

NAFEST 2025: Enugu To Host Historic Durbar, Landmark Cultural Festival

November 16, (THEWILL) — Enugu State’s 2025 edition of the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST) is set to redefine national cultural festivals in Nigeria. Organisers highlight the historic inclusion of the Northern Durbar in the Southeast for...

Inside Otunba Akinboboye’s Grand Plan To Reconnect Africa, Global Diaspora Through IPADA

November 15, (THEWILL) — When Otunba Olawanle Akinboboye speaks about Africa, he does so with the conviction of a man who has spent more than four decades imagining what the continent could become if it finally recognised its...

FTAN To Inaugurate South-South Zone Executive Council On November 17

November 04, (THEWILL) — The South-South zone of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) is set to inaugurate its new Executive Council on November 17, 2025, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. In a press statement by FTAN Vice...

UK, Nigeria Deepen Trade Ties, Launch Economic Diversification Dialogue Under Enhanced Partnership

October 31, (THEWILL) — The United Kingdom and Nigeria have launched the UK-Nigeria Economic Diversification Dialogue to boost trade and investment across Nigeria’s non-oil sectors. The event, held on October 30, 2025, in Lagos, followed the successful conclusion...

Ethiopian Airlines Launches Second Daily Flight To Abuja, Strengthens Nigeria-Ethiopia Ties

October 31, (THEWILL) — Ethiopian Airlines has officially launched its second frequency to Abuja, marking a major milestone in the airline’s long-standing relationship with Nigeria. The inaugural ceremony, held on Monday, October 28, 2025, brought together dignitaries, partners,...

The Body Shop: British-Nigerian Entrepreneur Leads Expansion Into Lagos, Boosting UK-Nigeria Trade Ties

October 31, (THEWILL) — The Body Shop, the globally renowned ethical beauty brand, has officially opened its first outlet in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of its ongoing expansion across West Africa. The new store, located at the Ikeja City...

ANJET, NIHOTOUR, Others Urge Professionalism, Collaboration To Grow Tourism Economy

October 25, (THEWILL) — Stakeholders in Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industry have called for greater professionalism, certification, and stronger collaboration among players to drive sustainable growth and position the sector as a key contributor to the national economy. They...

24th Ofala Festival: Musawa Hails Obi Of Onitsha As FTAN Reaffirms Commitment To Cultural Tourism

October 21, (THEWILL) — The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has praised the Obi of Onitsha, His Majesty Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, CFR, mni, for his remarkable leadership and steadfast dedication...

Awakan Assumes Office As NTDA DG, Vows to Drive Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda Through Tourism

October 14, (THEWILL) — The newly appointed Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Mr. Olayiwola Awakan, has officially assumed office at the Authority’s headquarters in Abuja, pledging to usher in a new era of innovation, collaboration, and...

Tarzan Balogun Calls For Greater Govt Support For Tourism, Waterway Operators

October 11, (THEWILL) — The National President of the Association of Tourist Boat Operators and Water Transporters of Nigeria (ATBOWATON) and the Managing Director of Tarzan Marine Enterprises, Dr Ganiyu Tarzan Balogun, has urged the Federal Government to provide...