The Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom,Chief Ayirimi Emami today declared a traditional fasting in Itsekiri land. The fasting he said will begin from tomorrow, Saturday March 1. Chief Emami made the declaration during the Ologbotsere day held at its Country home in Egbokodo-Itsekiri Community in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State, with prayers for…
By Our Reporter Executive Chairman of Burutu Local Government Council, Dr. Julius Takeme, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, (Ph.D), Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, Speaker Delta State House of Assembly, High Chief Tunde Smooth, Engr. Matthew Tonlagha were prominent leaders of Niger Delta Region, who attended the Amanimi Warenini Ogeh…
The newly elected National Vice President of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) in charge of the South-South geopolitical zone, Chief Anthony Tosan Prest has been speaking of his ambitious plans unlock the hidden treasures of the South-South with a view to harnessing and developing the blue tourism potential in the region. Chief…
Indigenes of Rivers state resident in Bayelsa State under the aegis of the ‘Rivers State Community’ at the weekend held their maiden cultural carnival. Tagged: ‘Rivers Day’, the event featured display of various delicacies original to the kingdoms of the state, songs and dances as well as cultural dressing styles, amongst others. In his address,…
A graduate of Museum Studies, University of West Georgia, Titilope Rosemary Falola, has said Nigeria needs to address shortcomings in its museum sector. She noted that many Nigerian museums suffer from poor funding, insufficient conservation facilities, and a lack of trained personnel. She stated these in a statement on Monday titled: “The West Can’t Keep…
Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. John Alla has said that music tourism offers a unique way of fostering cultural connections and economic growth, informing that the power of music has been so profound and multifaceted, influencing individuals, communities, and societies in various ways. Speaking with newsmen after attending the wake keep of late…
…foresees A’Ibom hosting world’s super stars soon Nigeria’s entertainment and tourism industry bigwig, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce, has applauded Governor Umo Eno’s initiative of turning the age-long dreaded ravine in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital into a multi-facetted tourists attraction. The sentiment was expressed, Wednesday, as the Governor took him and other personalities who were…
The Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. Alla John has disclosed plans by Bayelsa State Government to build a modern lakeside pavilion at Lake Efi in Sabageria Community in Kolokuma/Opokuma local government area of the state. It is a bid to enhance the eco-tourism offerings, provide a mix of recreational, social, and educational activities for visitors…
The Bayelsa State Government and Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Bayelsa State Council, have agreed to work together to promote tourism in the state. Chairman of NUJ, Comrade Samuel Numonengi gave the assurance on Friday, when Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism Development, Hon. Alla John visited the Council. Numonengi said the collaboration and cordial working…
Newly appointed Bayelsa State Commissioner for Tourism, Hon. Alla John has said he will collaborate with the Aridolf Resort Wellness and Spa, sector to build a robust visitor economy in the state, saying that collaborations and partnerships have become essential tools to achieve sustainable tourism development in any destination. Hon. John, who stated this while…