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Nigeria Secures Hosting Rights for UN Tourism Commission for Africa

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2 years ago

July 30, 2024

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Nigeria has secured hosting rights for the 68th meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Africa (CAF) in 2025.

The announcement was made during the 67th meeting of the Commission held in Livingstone, Republic of Zambia.

Nigeria’s application saw off bids from Kenya and Algeria while Ghana withdraw it’s bid in solidarity with Nigeria.

The Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John, in a statement expressed gratitude to member states for supporting the country saying the feat demonstrates Nigeria’s growing influence and commitment to promoting tourism as a pivotal sector for economic development and cultural exchange.

Nigeria’s selection to the Minister is a reflection of its rich history and experience in hosting significant international tourism events. The country has previously hosted the CAF meetings in 2002, 2008, 2012, and 2018.

This upcoming event is expected to attract global attention, fostering economic empowerment, cultural exchange, and community-based tourism initiatives

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Blue Lagos Facilitates INEC Continuous Voter Registration Across Riverine Communities

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2 days ago

July 17, 2026

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Blue Lagos is pleased to inform residents of riverine and coastal communities across Lagos State that officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will be conducting the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) Exercise in selected communities from Thursday, 16 July to Sunday, 19 July 2026.

This intervention is part of INEC’s ongoing Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration exercise, which has been taking place across various communities in Lagos State.

Through the engagement and advocacy efforts of Blue Lagos, the exercise is now being extended to additional riverine and coastal communities to ensure that more residents have convenient access to voter registration services.

The exercise will cover communities in Badagry, Epe, Eti-Osa, Ojo, Amuwo-Odofin, Apapa, Ibeju-Lekki, Ikorodu, Kosofe, and Lagos Mainland, with dedicated registration centres established within or close to the affected communities.

Eligible residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.

Residents of the Riverine areas should visit the designated registration centre closest to their community on the scheduled date indicated by INEC.

Kindly refer to the attached schedule for the list of dedicated registration locations, dates, and communities covered under this phase of the exercise.

For further information, please contact your community leaders or follow Blue Lagos communication channels.

Blue Lagos – No Community is Left Behind

Prince Adewunmi Aroyewun
08147723259
For: Blue Lagos