Seven Wonders of Nigeria

18/09/2026

Aviation Day at Akwaaba Brings Industry Experts Together to Address Passenger Rights, Air Cargo

Aviation Day at the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market held at Eko Hotels Convention Centre, Lagos brought together key industry stakeholders to discuss critical issues affecting Nigeria’s aviation and air cargo sectors.

The session featured Remi Jibodu, Ag. COO, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Ltd; Adebayo Olawuyi, CCO, United Nigeria Airlines; Trevor Henry, CCO, ValueJet; and Igwe Kingsley, Registrar, Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN), who was represented by Ben Ojuma.

The experts examined two major industry topics: “Delayed & Cancelled Flights: The Rules & Rights of Passengers — The Airline & Airport Perspective” and “The Future of Air Cargo & Freight Forwarding in Nigeria.”

Discussions provided perspectives from both airline and airport operators on passenger rights and the challenges surrounding flight delays and cancellations, while the cargo session explored the evolving role of air freight and the future of freight forwarding in Nigeria.

The Aviation Day session underscored the importance of continued dialogue among airlines, airports, regulators and freight industry stakeholders in strengthening Nigeria’s aviation and logistics ecosystem.

United Nigeria Airline

09/09/2026

Meet Africa’s Leading Tour Operators!

Get ready to connect with top tour operators from across Africa at the Tour Operators Summit during the 22nd Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos.

🤝 Connect. Network. Partner. Explore new markets and opportunities across Africa.

📍 Lagos, Nigeria
📅 September 13th–15th, 2026

Register to Attend:
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07/09/2026

Obi Asika Named Among Nigeria’s Top 100 Industry Leaders by Travellers Awards

Nigeria’s Director-General, National Council For Arts And Culture (NCAC), has been selected as one of the Top Travel Icons of the Year by Travellers Awards, earning recognition among the Top 100 Industry Leaders in Nigeria. Obi Asika is a visionary leader, ecosystem builder and one of the leading architects of Nigeria’s creative and cultural industries. With over two decades of experience across music, film, television, technology, sports and culture, he has played a significant role in advancing Nigeria’s creative economy, soft power and global cultural influence.



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02/09/2026

Enugu Steps Up Efforts to Preserve Lejja’s Ancient Iron-Smelting Legacy, Eye Tourism Growth

Following the award of a $125,000 grant to support the conservation and preservation of the historic Lejja iron-smelting site by the US government, the Enugu State Government has intensified efforts to protect and revive the rich cultural and historical heritage of the site with renewed attention on its ancient iron-smelting tradition as part of a broader drive to preserve indigenous history and strengthen community-based heritage development.

Following the award of a $125,000 grant to support the conservation and preservation of the historic Lejja iron-smelting

02/09/2026

Lade Ibikunle Named Among Nigeria’s Top Travel Influencers by Travellers Awards

Nigerian travel creator, tourism advocate and digital media entrepreneur Lade Ibikunle has been selected as one of the Top Travel Influencers of the Year by the Travellers Awards, earning recognition among the Top 100 Travel and Tourism Icons in Nigeria. Ibikunle has built a strong presence in Nigeria’s travel and tourism space by connecting audiences with destinations, hospitality experiences and travel opportunities across Nigeria, Africa and beyond.

Lade Ibikunle

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01/09/2026

Documentary Photographer Fatima Yusuf Wins Travellers Award as One of Nigeria’s Top Travel Influencers

Nigerian freelance photojournalist, documentary photographer and visual storyteller Fatima Yusuf has been selected as one of the Top Travel Influencers of the Year by the Travellers Awards, earning recognition among the Top 100 Travel and Tourism Icons in Nigeria. Based in Abuja, Yusuf uses photography to document the diverse experiences that define Nigeria, with a particular focus on people, places, culture, wildlife, conservation and communities. Her work seeks to preserve stories that may otherwise remain unseen while encouraging greater appreciation of Nigeria’s tourism and cultural assets.



https://atqnews.com/africa-documentary-photographer-fatima-yusuf-wins-travellers-award-as-one-of-nigerias-top-travel-influencers/

31/08/2026

Mary Slessor's Residence
The building is located at Akpap Okoyong in Calabar, built around 1897. It housed one of the early missionaries, Rev. Mary Slessor. Mary Slessor lived for a long time among the efik people in Calabar in present day Nigeria. There she successfully fought against the killing of twins at infancy.

Video Credit: Dutum Group

31/08/2026

Obudu Ranch Resort to Close September 1, Eyes World-Class Tourism Destination

The successful test-run flight at Bebi Airstrip marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to reposition Obudu as a world-class tourism destination. The development is being driven by the vision of Cross River State Governor, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, as the state prepares for a major transformation of the Obudu tourism destination. From September 1, 2026, the Obudu Ranch Resort, Obudu Mountain Resort, Waterpark, Safari Lodge and Bebi Airstrip will temporarily close for extensive rehabilitation and reconstruction.

The successful test-run flight at Bebi Airstrip marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to reposition Obudu as a world-class tourism…

26/08/2026

Nigerian Government Designates Bonny Island (Okoloama Kingdom) as a National Tourism Destination

Bonny Island has the history, culture, natural beauty and people to become one of Nigeria’s standout tourism destinations. The conversation now is about turning that potential into a destination that people can visit, experience, invest in and proudly call their own. This was at the heart of the 2026 Bonny Island Tourism and Investment Summit, organised by the Bonny Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (BCCIMA), under the theme, “Bonny Island: Transforming into a Premier Global Destination.”

Bonny Island has the history, culture, natural beauty and people to become one of Nigeria’s standout tourism destinations.