Nigeria’s Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John, has expressed her commitment to collaborating with the Ekiti State Bureau for Tourism Development to harness and promote the state’s tourism economy.
The Minister made this known in a recent letter to the Director-General of the Bureau, Amb. Wale Ojo-Lanre, who had earlier written to congratulate the minister on her appointment and wish her a speedy recovery during her illness.
In the letter signed personally by her, the minister noted, ‘‘I am particularly excited about the opportunity to collaborate with the Ekiti State government and the Bureau of Tourism Development to explore avenues for tourism development in Ekiti State. Your state’s unique cultural heritage sites, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant communities present immense potential for tourism promotion and investment, and I am eager to work together to realize this potential.
“Be assured that I am committed to fostering a fruitful collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Tourism and the Ekiti State government.’’
Furthermore, Ade-John pledged her commitment to fostering collaboration between the Ministry of Tourism and Ekiti State to harness and develop the state’s abundant tourism potential.
She recognised the importance of synergy between the federal and state governments in unlocking the tourism treasures that abound in Ekiti State.
In addition to promising to partner with the state government, the minister personally expressed appreciation to Ojo-Lanre for felicitating her and wishing her well and a successful tenure.
I am writing to express my sincere appreciation for your heartfelt congratulations on my appointment as the Minister of Tourism for the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Your kind words and well wishes are deeply appreciated.”
She said, “I am honoured to receive such warm sentiments from the Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism Development and I am encouraged by your confidence in my ability to drive substantial progress in tourism development across Nigeria.’’
Minister Ade-John also disclosed that ‘‘your recognition of the significance of the Ministry of Tourism and its potential impact on our nation’s cultural heritage and natural landscapes is truly commendable.’’
She assured the nation that the Ministry of Tourism remains dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism development nationwide, and this collaboration with Ekiti State marks a significant step towards achieving that goal.
