Fayemi Urges African Leaders to Integrate Tourism into

Fayemi, the governor of Nigeria’s southwestern state of Ekiti, called on African heads of state and regional leaders to make tourism a central component of their development strategies, emphasizing its potential to create jobs, boost economies, and showcase the continent’s cultural and natural attractions. He urged collaborative policies, investment in infrastructure, and streamlined visa processes to attract more intra‑African and international visitors. Views Nigeria