4 h. ago Ethiopian Airlines commits to boosting Nigeria’s travel, tourism sector

Ethiopian Airlines has pledged to continue supporting tourism, entertainment and cultural events in Nigeria. The airline, which connects over 60 African cities, said supporting Nigeria was a strategic decision as its economy is fast emerging as Africa’s leading hub for such events. According to Mrs. Firiehiwot Mekonnen, the newly appointed Area Manager of Ethiopian Airlines […] The post Ethiopian Airlines commits to boosting Nigeria’s travel, tourism sector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Imo govt moves to tackle unemployment, boost economy through ‘OKOBI’ initiative

The Imo State Government has said it was committed to addressing the unemployment challenge in the state and boosting economic read more Imo govt moves to tackle unemployment, boost economy through ‘OKOBI’ initiative

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69 h. ago Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Arewa Youth Vanguard (AYV) in a statement released by its coordinator ,lawal Dantala Mani, has condemned the call for emergency rule in Zamfara state. According to the statement,the recent improvements in security across many parts of Northern Nigeria, including the Kaduna-Abuja highway, where citizens can now travel without the paralyzing […] The post Arewa youths faults call for emergency rule in Zamfara state appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Nigeria covering the period 2025–2030. The CSP includes an annual commitment of approximately $650m to accelerate economic transformation, resilience, and inclusive prosperity. Over the initial four years, the AfDB will disburse $2.95bn, with an additional […] The post AfDB approves $650m annual commitment to boost economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago GBfoods Commits $10m To GBHub Africa To Boost Food Value Chain

GBfoods Africa has committed $10 million in seed funding to launch GBHub Africa, an impact-driven initiative dedicated to enhancing both Nigeria’s and Africa’s food value chain. The investment aimed to enhance nutrition, address food security challenges and create sustainable jobs for youth and women. Speaking at the launch yesterday in Abuja, executive-director of GBHub Africa, […]

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7 d. ago Excitement As ECOWAS Leaders Launch Celebrations Of 50th Anniversary

The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched the beginning of activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the regional bloc. This launch took place on  April 22, 2025, in Accra, Ghana with the leaders making more commitment to boost the economies of the […]

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1 week ago 2025 Hajj: Pilgrims To Get Travel Cash After VP Shettima’s Intervention

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has approved cash-based Basic Travel Allowance (BTA) for Nigerian pilgrims participating in the 2025 Hajj, following a personal intervention by Vice President Kashim Shettima. According to a statement by the spokesman of the vice president, Stanley Nkwocha, the decision marks a significant reversal of an earlier CBN directive mandating […]

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2 w. ago Airfare war: How foreign travel agencies are crippling Nigerian players

•Local firms lose 40% market share By Chinelo Obogo    talktonelo@yahoo.com   The Nigerian travel industry is under siege, literally speaking. Foreign travel agencies have continued to dominate the market, leaving local operators struggling to keep up as they hold the shorter end of the stick. Already, it is reported that local firms have lost […] The post Airfare war: How foreign travel agencies are crippling Nigerian players appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Pinheiro calls for charter status, stronger constitution to reposition NANTA as global force

At the 49th Annual General Meeting of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), Professor Kemi Pinheiro, delivered a read more Pinheiro calls for charter status, stronger constitution to reposition NANTA as global force

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2 w. ago Wakanow Pioneers with Direct NDC access on British Airways, Emirates, Clinches Air France

LAGOS, February 19, 2025 — Nigeria’s leading travel technology company, Wakanow, has recorded a major milestone by becoming the first read more Wakanow Pioneers with Direct NDC access on British Airways, Emirates, Clinches Air France-KLM-Delta Award

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3 w. ago NANTA seeks FG probe of 5 travel agencies over ticketing fraud

The National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA) has formally petitioned the federal government to investigate five travel agencies allegedly involved in cross-border trading of airline tickets. The issue raises concerns over potential breaches of industry regulations and national economic interests. Speaking at NANTA’s 49th Annual General Meeting in Lagos on Wednesday, the National President, […] The post NANTA seeks FG probe of 5 travel agencies over ticketing fraud appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria to crack down on 5 travel agencies exposed for cross

By Chinelo Obogo The National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA) has reported five travel agencies to the federal government for investigation into cross-border trading of airline tickets. Speaking at NANTA’s 49th Annual General Meeting in Lagos on Wednesday, the National President, Yinka Folami, also revealed how Nigeria’s travel industry has lost 40 percent of […] The post Nigeria to crack down on 5 travel agencies exposed for cross-border ticket fraud -NANTA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 5 travel agencies under investigation for cross border trading – NANTA

The National President of the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA), has disclosed that it has reported five travel read more 5 travel agencies under investigation for cross border trading – NANTA

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