Ambassador Ojukwu commends Nigeria

Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu has expressed delight at the Nigerian stand as one of the biggest tourism trade fair popularly called FITUR Madrid opens yesterday in Spain.

According to the Ambassador, the structure erected by the Nigerian delegations led by the Director General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) Olusegun Runsewe was eye catching and aesthetically attractive which will endear exhibitors to not only make inquiries but to buy into some of the products that the Nigerian nation is offering.

Fitur prides as one of the biggest trade fair in the world with over 150 nations participating and attended by over 100,000 people. It is a platform where participating nations showcase their products and discuss with potential investors which in turn could improve their different economies.

The Ambassador who participated in the opening ceremony later returned to the Nigerian stand where she had an exhaustive discussion with Runsewe besides commending his efforts in translating his visions into realities over the years in the tourism sector.

She expressed the President Goodluck Jonathan's administration to continue to partner with tourism related organisations and institutions because they have emerged as a veritable platform capable of alleviating poverty and improving the economic status of the country.

“Having gone round the fair, I am impressed with the offerings Nigerian is showcasing here in Madrid. The message is clear with 'Tourism is Life', and concepts that will endear exhibitors and tourists to our stand. The inscription encapsulates the essence of tourism indeed because tourism is life. Nigeria is proud to showcase her rich cultural heritage. I commend Runsewe for his efforts at making Nigeria a preferred destination for tourism. This administration has taken a lot of steps to facilitate investment because the nation has a lot to offer especially with focus on ecotourism”, the ambassador stated.

Runsewe thanked the ambassador especially for commending the initiatives of the corporation in making possible a beautiful outing that has afforded the country opportunity to showcase its potential and artifacts.