In a move to deepen global tourism cooperation, the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) has paid a courtesy visit to the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Nigeria, H.E. Mehmet Poroy, marking a new phase in Nigeria’s tourism diplomacy.
The delegation, led by FTAN President, Dr. Aliyu Badaki, described the visit as the first in a series of strategic engagements under the President’s 3-Pillar Tourism Transformation Mandate.
Held in partnership with NTT Global Destinations, FTAN’s newly appointed Partner for International Relations and Strategic Engagements, the meeting underscored a fresh and proactive leadership approach toward global collaboration.
Discussions centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation in tourism, investment, and cultural exchange between Nigeria and Türkiye—two nations united by shared aspirations for sustainable growth and people-to-people connectivity.
Dr. Badaki emphasized the significance of the engagement, stating:
“This represents a new chapter in Nigeria’s tourism diplomacy. Our goal is to position FTAN as a credible bridge between government, the private sector, and our global partners—ensuring that tourism becomes a pillar of international cooperation and national prosperity.”
Also speaking, Elizabeth Agboola, Chief Executive Officer of NTT Global Destinations, said:
“It is an honour to support FTAN in this strategic mandate. Türkiye’s global tourism success offers valuable lessons, and this partnership creates space for meaningful collaboration that connects Nigeria’s tourism ecosystem to international opportunities.”
The courtesy visit to the Turkish Embassy signals FTAN’s renewed commitment to structured engagement with diplomatic missions, setting the tone for similar high-level collaborations across regions in the coming months.
