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UNWTO boss lauds Nigeria’s beauty, culture
The Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), Mr Zurab Pololikashvili has praised Nigeria for its hospitality and called on international tourists to come and experience the natural beauty and vibrant culture of Nigerians.
Pololikashvili made the commendation and recommendation at a gala dinner and command performance in Lagos.
It was gathered that the gala night is one of the activities lined up for the three-day conference aimed at transforming the tourism sector into a preferred sector, and the creative industry into a creative economy.
The UNWTO boss regretted that he came to Nigeria without his friends and family members to witness the hospitality, music and top-notch cultural performances he and other participants were treated to.
In his words, “I really regret that I did not come here with my family members and friends to witness all these performances, but I will be back.
“I want to say that It is really amazing and many thanks for showing us the best of your country, the best of the culture of your country, which is really unique.
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“That is why people around the world have to come to Nigeria.
“That is why you need more international visitors to come here to see the beauty and see all these authentic cultures you have.”
Pololikashvili expressed gratitude to the Federal Government for accepting to host the conference and wished the country “peace, prosperity, health, wealth and all the best”.
He commended the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed for his passion for the industry and for his wisdom which he said the Organisation had benefited from immensely.
“Nigeria has one of the best tourism ministers in the world and I am sure that the ministers here will agree and will not be upset with me.
“Thank you Mr Minister for your good heart, for your wisdom for your hospitality because tourism is about hospitality and friendship, nothing else.
“You are really the best example of how to be a good boss, and how to be a good friend,” he said.
UNWTO boss lauds Nigeria’s beauty, culture
