Ambode lauds Akwaaba, says event is unique to Lagos tourism

The governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode has once reassured his administration’s commitment to practically synergize with private sector to build a product support, promotion and development alliance to boost tourism in the state.

The governor who was represented at the 14th edition of the of Akwaaba African Travel Market (AfTM) by the Lagos State Commissioner for

Culture Arts and Tourism, Mr Steve Ayorinde at the Lagos day said “This year’s event is significant and unique as it is the very first time the Lagos State Government is partnering as well as fully participating in Akwaaba to showcase its efforts and tourism potentials as a state.

”Lagos, the cultural capital of Nigeria and indeed West Africa, the fifth largest economy in Africa and undeniably the-must- go city for business and entertainment.

“The state government’s active participation from day one of the event day has afforded our African brothers and sisters and international community the opportunity to interact and network with the over 60 exhibitors in the hospitality, travel, transport, tour operator and creative product sectors across Africa that are here to showcase their services and products.

“This expectedly will produce a stronger and a more efficient tourism and creative economy sector as the state government will now better tell her story and give her narratives on the abundance tourism potentials in the state in furtherance of its sincere commitment in making Lagos the preferred destination for tourism, business and leisure.”

• 2019: Protest greets announcement of consensus candidates list in Ogun

Ambode explained that in the last three years, the state government under the present administration has continued to create paths and develop strategies that would raise the bar of the state’s tourism sector and reposition its strength among other tourists destination in Africa and the world.

“In this wise, government has invested heavily in key infrastructure projects which are intended to have positive impact on tourism promotion in the state. Some of the projects have been completed and currently in use whilst some are still under construction.

“It is our belief that having a special day for Lagos State during this important travel market for the first time will further boost the present administration’s commitment to encourage the private sector to collaborate with the state government in the development of the sector.

On this note, to celebrate and showcase Lagos today, a few key activities have been lined up to entertain and educate our guests and as well make them savour the unique hospitality, rich cultural heritage and entertainment that Lagos State is known for.