The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening security and defence cooperation with Nigeria at the inaugural Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) in Lagos.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State speaks on his plans to build a sustainable tourism economy, improve aviation connectivity, promote Carnival Calabar on the global stage, and enhance peace through cultural exchange.
Tinubu received the Grand Fellow of National Hospitality and Tourism (GFNHT), an honour NIHOTOUR describes as the highest in the country’s tourism sector, during the meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
The agreement provides a framework for implementing the Meet My Town, Know My State initiative, which seeks to encourage Nigerians to explore destinations within the country and learn more about their cultural heritage.
The discussions covered film distribution, licensing, intellectual property protection and regulatory cooperation, as both countries seek to improve access to their respective film markets.
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.
