The Tour Operators International Conference and Expo (TOICE) has urged tour professionals to leverage the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators’ (NATOP) forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) to collaborate and shape the industry’s future.
The Convener of TOICE, Mr Ibrahim Makanjuola, made the call in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos.
Makanjuola, who is also the Managing Director of Getittome Travels, said the AGM would provide stakeholders with invaluable opportunities for networking, partnerships and access to new markets.
He said the AGM was a critical platform for advancing professional development, policy dialogue and collective advocacy among Nigerian tour operators.
“It is a major step toward unifying the voices of tour operators across the country and reinforcing the commitment to repositioning tourism as a formidable contributor to Nigeria’s economy.
“This AGM is more than a meeting. It is a rallying point for collective progress.
“Participation ensures inclusion in the larger conversation around policy advocacy, capacity building, standardisation and promoting Nigeria as a competitive tourism destination,” he said.
Makanjuola commended the President of NATOP, Mrs Bolaji Mustapha, for her unwavering dedication, strategic guidance and selfless service to the industry.
“The impact of this administration has been remarkable.
“Their consistent efforts in promoting collaboration, professionalism and ethical practices have significantly elevated the profile of Nigerian tour operators both locally and internationally,” he said.
He pledged TOICE’s commitment to building platforms for knowledge exchange, partnerships and innovation in tourism through its annual conference and expo.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that NATOP’s AGM is scheduled to hold from July 2 to July 6 in Ondo State.
