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Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by AngelGabbyShara(op): 6:24pm On Apr 21, 2025

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has restated the commitment of his administration to transforming the state’s tourism destinations into world-class attractions

Governor Oyebanji stated this on Monday during the 7th edition of Hike Ekiti Mountain Safari which took place at Sagbonke Mountain (Aka. Mountain of Cloud), in Efon Alaaye Ekiti.

Describing tourism as a vital sector of the economy, the Governor said if properly harnessed they could significantly enhance the state’s revenue base, adding that his administration remains committed to prioritizing the renovation and modernization of the sites to attract both local and international visitors.

Expressing his amazement at the breath-taking natural beauty of the Sagbonke mountain, Governor Oyebanji described the location as a hidden treasure with immense potential to attract global attention.

He directed the Commissioner for Industry, Trade, Investment and Cooperatives; Commissioner Arts and Culture as well as the Director-General , Bureau of Tourism Development to develop a comprehensive investment plan for the mountain.

While expressing optimism that Ekiti would soon take its pride of place among Nigeria’s leading tourist destinations, the Governor urged Stakeholders, including investors and cultural custodians to collaborate with his government to achieve the vision of making Ekiti a global tourism hotspot.

"I thank God for all the endowment he has blessed us with. The last speaker said this place was discovered four years ago and I keep asking myself what have we been doing with our endowment. God has given us what can fetch us money. I was talking to the Commissioner for Investment that how do we turn these assets around, this is a massive asset for Ekiti State, and Efon people are noted for self-development, and I am throwing this challenge back to you, this asset should not be wasted, Let us sit down and collaborate with government and find a way of developing this place.

Earlier in his remarks, the Director General, Bureau of Tourism Development, Amb. Wale Ojo-Lanre commended the Governor for his passion, commitment, and visionary efforts in transforming the state’s tourism landscape into world-class tourist destinations and his strategic approach to harnessing the state’s unique attraction for economic growth.

Describing the state’s rich cultural heritage, natural wonders, and serene environment as unparalleled assets, the DG expressed optimism that with the Governor’s ongoing initiatives, Ekiti State would soon become a must-visit destination for travelers around the world

Also at the event were, the lawmaker, representing Efon Alaaye, Hon Olowookere Bosede, Commissioner for Trade, Mrs Tayo Adeola, Commissioner for Arts and Culture, Prof Ojo Bakare, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, among others.

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by UHLmoving: 7:17pm On Apr 21, 2025*

By "world class" do you mean something like the Disney world?

Tigernut101:
Show working no b Cho Cho Cho

PheelzAlmighty:
Nice one

Make e no be audio sha...

For a working governor, the actual news should have been , " Oyebanji meets with investors to...."

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by chardino(m): 7:17pm On Apr 21, 2025

Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by PheelzAlmighty: 7:18pm On Apr 21, 2025

Nice one

Make e no be audio sha...

Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by dibunotion(m): 7:21pm On Apr 21, 2025

Alright

Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Tigernut101: 7:23pm On Apr 21, 2025

Show working no b Cho Cho Cho

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by janeedema(f): 7:55pm On Apr 21, 2025

Most countries have flagged Nigeria as a no go area due to insecurity. So when a governor is investing in tourism, the question is who are the tourists they plan to woo?

No one just carries their bag and travel to a country without doing research. With all the insecurity plaguing Nigeria that’s in the news, any tourist planning to come is embarking on a suicide mission.

You guys should invest in checkmating insecurity.

When that is checked. You will naturally attract tourists.

Some of the African countries that attract tourists aren’t half as endowed as Nigeria. This tells you that tourists seek serenity and exploration of our cultural diversity.

We can’t be more developed than the countries we are copying structures from.Why would an American come to Nigeria because of world class structures when that’s what they have in their countries?

Foreigners come to Africa not to admire beautiful or world class structures but to explore our cultural heritage— that’s what makes us unique.

If we can sell what makes us unique as local as it may be, and have an atmosphere that’s conducive, tourism will flourish without drama.

I wonder why our leaders don’t know this.

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Druss(m): 8:20pm On Apr 21, 2025

Are there structures and foundational services in place to help such?

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by jamafa: 8:36pm On Apr 21, 2025

Tigernut101:
Show working no b Cho Cho Cho

The man dey show workings well well.

One of d best performing governors currently in Nigeria.

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by looseweight: 8:39pm On Apr 21, 2025

jamafa:
The man dey show workings well well.

One of d best performing governors currently in Nigeria.

If he is the one of the best performing gov, then we are done for in this country. 75% of things about him is about to do and not doing or have done. check well bro

There is one beautiful beach in the riverine side of Ondo state, the confused and lazy Ondo state Governor ain't seeing any potential of generating huge IGR for the state.

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by seguno2: 9:14pm On Apr 21, 2025

AngelGabbyShara:
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Any record of similar upgrades to primary and secondary schools as well as primary health clinics with world class standards staffing components?

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Menclothing1: 9:48pm On Apr 21, 2025

This is a great move most Nigerians are looking for where to have fun
Ekiti is so peaceful

Ikorodu is full
More needs to be developed

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by ElSudani: 11:51pm On Apr 21, 2025

Insecurity is the main reason tourists are not coming to Nigeria. There are many beautiful places to see in Nigeria.
Locals are even careful of where they go to.

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Rexnegro(m): 12:24am On Apr 22, 2025

Cool

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Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Konquest: 2:23am On Apr 22, 2025

AngelGabbyShara:
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has restated the commitment of his administration to transforming the state’s tourism destinations into world-class attractions

Governor Oyebanji stated this on Monday during the 7th edition of Hike Ekiti Mountain Safari which took place at Sagbonke Mountain (Aka. Mountain of Cloud), in Efon Alaaye Ekiti.

Describing tourism as a vital sector of the economy, the Governor said if properly harnessed they could significantly enhance the state’s revenue base, adding that his administration remains committed to prioritizing the renovation and modernization of the sites to attract both local and international visitors.

Expressing his amazement at the breath-taking natural beauty of the Sagbonke mountain, Governor Oyebanji described the location as a hidden treasure with immense potential to attract global attention.

He directed the Commissioner for Industry, Trade, Investment and Cooperatives; Commissioner Arts and Culture as well as the Director-General , Bureau of Tourism Development to develop a comprehensive investment plan for the mountain.

While expressing optimism that Ekiti would soon take its pride of place among Nigeria’s leading tourist destinations, the Governor urged Stakeholders, including investors and cultural custodians to collaborate with his government to achieve the vision of making Ekiti a global tourism hotspot.

"I thank God for all the endowment he has blessed us with. The last speaker said this place was discovered four years ago and I keep asking myself what have we been doing with our endowment. God has given us what can fetch us money. I was talking to the Commissioner for Investment that how do we turn these assets around, this is a massive asset for Ekiti State, and Efon people are noted for self-development, and I am throwing this challenge back to you, this asset should not be wasted, Let us sit down and collaborate with government and find a way of developing this place.

Earlier in his remarks, the Director General, Bureau of Tourism Development, Amb. Wale Ojo-Lanre commended the Governor for his passion, commitment, and visionary efforts in transforming the state’s tourism landscape into world-class tourist destinations and his strategic approach to harnessing the state’s unique attraction for economic growth.

Describing the state’s rich cultural heritage, natural wonders, and serene environment as unparalleled assets, the DG expressed optimism that with the Governor’s ongoing initiatives, Ekiti State would soon become a must-visit destination for travelers around the world

Also at the event were, the lawmaker, representing Efon Alaaye, Hon Olowookere Bosede, Commissioner for Trade, Mrs Tayo Adeola, Commissioner for Arts and Culture, Prof Ojo Bakare, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, among others.
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@GoSeeIkogosi (on IG) was voted in two straight years in a row (2023 and 2024) as the BEST holiday resort for tourists in the whole of Nigeria.

That's Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort and Conference Center located in Ekiti West LGA which is absolutely impressive. This is one of the main reasons why the new Ekiti State International Cargo Airport in Ado Ekiti makes a whole lot of sense as it's been constructed to also handle air passenger traffic and tourists, investors, business folks, and thousands of folks of Ekiti State descent living and working in the Diaspora (North America, Europe, Southern Africa, etc] can then fly right into Ekiti State from the Lagos Airports or from elsewhere.

Re: Ekiti To Upgrade State’s Tourism Destinations To World-Class Standards by Agbegbaorogboye: 6:04am On Apr 22, 2025

This one na audio gov
Only active on social media
Check well
No genuine or meaningful development in the state
He's busy settling every Tom, Dick and Harry just so he doesn't have opposition

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