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Ogbaru boat carnival: Anambra commissioner hails event as boost for tourism, culture
By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Anambra State Commissioner for Culture, Entertainment, and Tourism, Mr. Don Onyenji, has described the forthcoming Ogbaru Boat Carnival as more than!-->!-->!-->…
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Princewill appointed Rivers State Coordinator of FTAN amid push to unlock tourism potentials
Mr. Iminabo Princewill has been named the new State Coordinator of the Rivers State chapter of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) a significant move aimed at!-->…
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Katsina to host World Hausa Day as global spotlight turns to Daura
The Katsina State Government will on Tuesday host the 2025 World Hausa Day celebration in the ancient city of Daura, bringing the state to the global epicentre for one of Africa's!-->…
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Excitement, thrills as Governor Radda draws 10 global envoys to Katsina sallah fiestas
Under the blazing sun of northern Nigeria, hooves thunder against the earth as thousands of horsemen, clad in vibrant robes and turbans, parade through Katsina and Daura ancient!-->…
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2025 Hawan Bariki: We take pride in hosting ambassadors from different countries – Governor Radda,…
By Anthony Maliki, Abuja
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has described the 2025 Hawan Bariki—a traditional homage to the State Governor—as a historic occasion,!-->!-->!-->…
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Governor Radda leads Hawan Sallah fiesta in Katsina
Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda took center stage at the annual Hawan Sallah fiesta. The celebration showcases rich cultural heritage that has defined Katsina for!-->…
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Mazen Kfouf: The amazing Jordan tour guide
By Anthony Maliki, Amman, Jordan
His control of speech leaves no one in doubt about his proper and correct use of words. It draws rapt attention to even pilgrims who might be!-->!-->!-->…
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Tourism: Cross River encourages communities to identify natural sites to attract funding
By Akpan David, Calabar
Government of Cross River State has called on local communities which have natural sites which can be developed into tourism attractions to draw!-->!-->!-->…
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Kwara, Kogi governors rate Calabar Carnival high
By Akpan David, Calabar
The governors of Kwara and Kogi states, AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq and Ahmed Usman Ododo have rated the overall organization of this year's Calabar Carnival!-->!-->!-->…
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Kebbi Gwandu Emirate organises maiden horse racing, cultural festival with seven trophies at stake
By El-Yakub Dabai, Birnin Kebbi
The Gwandu Emirate Council in Kebbi has announced the inaugural edition of its Horse Racing and Cultural Festival, an event designed to showcase!-->!-->!-->…
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Tourism volunteers network, NYAN celebrate Ambassador Robert’s appointment as National Parks…
In a commendable display of unity and commitment to tourism and youth development, the Tourism Volunteers Network (TVN) and the National Youth Assembly of Nigeria (NYAN) Cross!-->…
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My administration will continue to support Zuru Uhola cultural festival – Kebbi Governor Idris
By El-Yakub Dabai, Birnin Kebbi
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State, at the grand finale of the 2024 Zuru Emirate Uhola International cultural festival and Agricultural Show on!-->!-->!-->…
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Blame, counter blame trial 2024 Nwonyo fishing festival as Taraba Governor Kefas keeps mute
A boat regatta during the Nwonyo Fishing Festival at Ibi
By Celestine Ihejirika, Jalingo
Controversy has continued trailing the just- concluded 2024 Nwonyo fishing festival!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Katsina Governor, Radda pledges to revive cultural heritage, hosts Bulgarian Ambassador
The Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has disclosed that plans are ongoing to revive the state's cultural traditions, specifically the famed "hawan durbar."
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Veteran journalist Ogbueshi Armand Odogwu celebrates Ito Ogbo Obosi 2024
BY SUNNY A. DAVID, AWKA
A veteran journalist Ogbueshi Armand Odogwu celebrated 80th birthday anniversary during the ito Ogbo Obosi 2024.
The former Director of News and!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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Kebbi Government announces commencement of Yauri annual cultural festival
By El-Yakub Dabai, Birnin Kebbi
The National Chairman of the Yauri annual cultural festival, the Secretary to the State Government, Yakubu Bala Tafida, at a news briefing in!-->!-->!-->…
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