As preparations for the debut edition of IPADA Carnival 2024 and IPADA Initiative gather speed, organisers of the cultural tourism cum economic project have continued to welcome more supports and endorsements from across board, with the latest from the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism’s (NIHOTOUR) management.

Prior to this time, the project, an initiative of the Founder and President of La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, OtunbaWanle Akinboboye, has received endorsements from Lagos State government, the host state; Ekiti State government and the Federal Government, through the Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John.

IPADA Carnival 2024 and IPADA Initiative, which are part of Motherland Beckons’ activations, according to Akinboboye, are geared at inspiring mass movement of people from the Diaspora to Lagos, Nigeria and then Africa.

With over a million people expected, Akinboboye disclosed that it would not only be a boost for Nigeria’s tourism, but also a flip for the economy as a number ofpeople will be exposed to business opportunities for investment within the ecosystem.

The partnership of NIHOTOUR is a welcome development as the training institute is bringing on board two unique products; first World Polo and Beach Durbar Fiesta, to add flair and colours to the eventslated for November 29 to December 8, 2024 at La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Ikegun Village, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos.

In a letter of endorsement to Akinboboye by the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of NIHOTOUR, Alhaji Nura Sani Kangiwa, it stated: ‘‘We look forward to working together towards a successful partnership, contributing to the success of IPADA Carnival by adding Polo and Durbar to the bouquet of events that would add glitter to the 2024 edition.”

Explaining, Kangiwa revealed: “We are not just going to have a Polo and Durbar Beach Fiesta, what we are going to have in November and December at IPADA Carnival will be the first ever World’s Polo and Durbar Beach Fiesta.’’

This global fiesta, he noted, will feature among others; African Beach Polo (Chovken) Championship; colourful Royal Durbar (Horse) procession; display of Hausa traditional sports and various folk arts including wrestling, crocodiles performances, ‘Yantauri’ (knives artists) and other uncommon entertainment; and training of La Campagne Tropicana host community youths and women on tour guide operations.

According to him, confirmation for the event has been received from a number of countries and teams. “Already, we have got confirmation of participation for this world’s first ever polo and durbar beach fiesta from Morocco, Ghana, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Kuwait and Hong Kong,’’ disclosed Kangiwa.

Kangiwa, who is the President, Nigeria Polo Federation (NPF), heads the African Regional group in the Governing Board of the International Chovken Federation (ICF).

The DG further stated: “We are pleased to inform you that the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Studies (NIHOTOUR) is excited to participate in this strategic partnership. We recognise the significance of the IPADA Carnival and its mission to promote cultural vibrancy and pride, as well as facilitate travel and experiences across the African continent.

Akinboboye, in his response, expressed appreciation to the DG and his team for the strategic partnership and the initiative being brought on board.

He stated: “It is the result of our focus on developing, inspirational ideas to empower older and younger entrepreneurs in the tourism industry for the benefit of our dear nation Nigeria, and the entire continent of Africa.”

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