Niyi Agoro, Cluster Director of Human Resources at Continental Hotels Group, was recently among Hotelier Africa’s Top 15 HR Leaders. In this interview with JIMOH BABATUNDE, he speaks on how the organisation is redefining workforce management in Nigeria’s hospitality sector. He also outlines a strategy built on structured welfare, career growth, and employee well-being as The post How we are building worker-centric culture in hospitality sector — Niyi Agoro appeared first on Vanguard News.

…TVC Broadcast and Live Studio Screening Mark 12 Years Since Chibok Abduction By Prisca Sam-Duru Venice Lion and Emmy Award–winning Nigerian filmmaker and visual storyteller, Joel Kachi Benson has made history again with his latest documentary, “Mothers of Chibok”, after winning the Willy Brandt Documentary Film Award at the Human Rights Film Festival in Berlin The post Why ‘Mothers of Chibok’ won Willy Brandt Documentary Award appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Jimoh Babatunde The Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) has intensified efforts to promote Nigeria’s cultural tourism with plans to partner the Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom to elevate the famed Gelede Festival into a national cultural celebration. This initiative emerged during a courtesy visit by the NTDA Director-General, Ola Awakan, to the traditional kingdom in Yaba, Lagos, The post NTDA, Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom partner to boost cultural tourism, elevate Gelede Festival appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Jimoh Babatunde The appointment of a new general manager at one of Lagos’ leading upscale hotels is being seen as a positive signal for the city’s growing tourism and business travel market. As Radisson Hotel Group announced the appointment of Yehia El-Mansoury as General Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel Lagos Ikeja. The move comes The post Radisson Blu Ikeja gets new GM as Lagos tourism eyes premium hospitality growth appeared first on Vanguard News.

Kenya Airways partners golfer Kibugu to boost sports tourismKenya Airways has announced a strategic partnership with Kenyan professional golfer Njoroge Kibugu to promote sports tourism and enhance Kenya’s global visibility.The airline said the collaboration will support Kibugu’s international travel for tournaments while also featuring joint development of Kenya Airways-branded golf apparel for fans and enthusiasts.Kibugu, The post appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Jimoh Babatunde, ADO-EKITI Glocient Hospitality Limited has organised a fire safety training for staff of Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort as part of efforts to strengthen safety standards at the destination. The exercise, conducted in collaboration with the Ekiti State Fire Service, involved personnel from key departments including culinary, food and beverages, security and maintenance. The post Ikogosi Resort staff undergo fire safety training appeared first on Vanguard News.

Set against the scenic backdrop of Nwonyo Lake in Ibi, the festival once again celebrated the rich traditions of the people while ushering in a renewed vision The post Hooked on Heritage: Nwonyo Fishing Festival revival sparks regional tourism alliance appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Jimoh Babatunde Continental Hotel Group’s Cluster Director of Human Resources, Niyi Agoro has been named by Hotelier Africa as one of the Top 15 Hotelier HR Leaders in Africa for the first quarter of2026 for his distinct service and contributions to extending the frontiers of Human Resources development across board. The recognition identifies senior The post Hotelier Africa recognise Agoro among top 15 hotelier HR leaders in Africa  appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pa Igbinovia, creator of Queen Idia head emblem for FESTAC '77, battles failing health, impaired vision and hearing, and realities of poverty The post Painful journey of FESTAC ’77 emblem artist and Edo’s renewed hope appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Jimoh Babatunde Ibadan — The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has marked its 50th Annual General Meeting with a strong call for professionalism, market protection, and deeper collaboration across the travel and tourism sector. Speaking at the milestone event in Ibadan, President of NANTA, Dr. Yinka Folami, described the association’s golden jubilee The post NANTA marks 50 Years, charts new course for Nigeria’s travel industry appeared first on Vanguard News.