Photo caption :The Deputy President, Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria ( ATPN), Mr.Wilson Ugwu and the Enugu State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dame, Ugochi Madueke shortly after a meeting recently
The Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) has commended the Enugu State Government for its bold commitment and deliberately investing over N13.7 billion to enhance the tourism industry sector.
The Second Deputy National President of ATPN, Mr. Wilson Ugwu, who hailed the state government during a recent meeting with the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism,Dame Ugochi Madueke, emphasised the potential for increased revenue and overall development of the tourism sector .
This huge funding by the state government is part of a broader strategy to establish Enugu as a centre for international conferences and improve infrastructure.
The state has successfully completed the long-anticipated Enugu International Conference Centre, built a new hotel in proximity, and renovated a nearby hospital.
Additionally, there are plans to upgrade public transportation with new bus stations and roads, while also preparing for the launch of ‘Enugu Air,’ an ambitious project aimed at making the state a significant aviation hub in the South East.
Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dame Ugochi Madueke, detailed a phased strategy for tourism development, which encompasses initiatives such as the Awhum Waterfall, Nsude Pyramid (boasting the longest canopy walkway in Nigeria), and Ngwo Pine Forest (home to Nigeria’s first zipline).
These initiatives, along others like the Cross of Hope at Okpatu, the Akwuke/Atakkwu Waterpark, and the Ovu Lake Golf and Resort, aim to provide enriching experiences for visitors while emphasising sustainability through experience centres, food courts, and renewable energy solutions.
With new tour buses on the way, Enugu is setting itself up as a premier destination for both local and international tourists.
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