Janefrances Chibuzor, THEWILL

Janefrances Ebere Chibuzor is a Tourism Writer at THEWILL

FTAN Positions NTIFE 2026 To Drive Tourism Investment, Partnerships

Action-Oriented Focus: The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has redesigned the 2026 Nigeria Tourism Investors Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE) to move beyond talk and deliver practical investment outcomes. Key Event Dates: The high-level gathering is scheduled...

Nigeria, UK Deepen Security Partnership, Unveil Fresh Measures Against Terrorism, Cyber Threats, Illicit Finance

Nigeria and the United Kingdom have officially expanded their defence and security partnership following the Fourth UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue in Abuja. The two nations agreed on fresh measures to tackle counter-terrorism, foreign information manipulation, cyber-attacks,...

Akwaaba To Harness AFCON 2027 For African Tourism Growth At Lagos Summit

Strategic Convergence: The 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market will host the second African Tour Operators Summit in Lagos to unite key stakeholders across the continent. Capitalising on AFCON 2027: The initiative aims to merge Africa's football passion with...

NTDA Backs Ekinrin-Adde Festival, Eyes National Tourism Calendar

July 1 (THEWILL) — The Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to using community-driven tourism as a catalyst for economic diversification, pledging support for the promotion of the annual Omo Atata and Ekinrin-Adde Festival in Kogi...

UK Names Veteran Diplomat Peter Vowles As New High Commissioner To Nigeria

June 17, (THEWILL) — The United Kingdom has appointed seasoned diplomat and development expert, Peter Vowles, as its next High Commissioner to Nigeria, signalling London's commitment to deepening strategic ties with Africa's largest economy amid growing cooperation in trade,...

UK Launches £15m Growth Programme To Drive Investment, Economic Reforms In Nigeria

June 12 (THEWILL) — The United Kingdom has unveiled a £15 million Growth Programme to accelerate Nigeria's economic transformation, unlock private sector investment and support reform-led growth over the next three years. The announcement was made on Thursday by...

DTF 2026: Jands Travel Business School To Host Domestic Tourism Festival In Enugu

June 6 (THEWILL) — Jands Travel Business School has announced plans for the 3rd Domestic Tourism Festival (DTF 2026), a three-day event to promote collaboration, innovation and sustainable growth in Nigeria's tourism sector. The festival is scheduled to be held...

WABOTAN Intensifies Waterway Safety Campaign, Plans Third Induction Before August

June 6 (THEWILL) — The Waterfront Boat Owners and Transporters Association of Nigeria (WABOTAN) has stepped up efforts to improve safety across the nation's inland waterways, announcing plans for a third safety induction programme for operators before August, as...

Nigerian Students Face Fresh Hurdles As UK Tightens Grip On University Visa Sponsorship

June 5 (THEWILL) — Thousands of Nigerian students aspiring to study in the United Kingdom could face stricter admission pathways following a new British government policy that threatens to sanction universities deemed unable to monitor international students effectively. The move,...

Jurists Harp On Growing Importance Of ADR In Advancement Of Justice

June 1 (THEWILL) — Jurists and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practitioners have called for deeper institutionalisation of ADR frameworks within Nigeria’s justice administration system as part of measures to decongest courts, accelerate dispute resolution and enhance access to justice...