Federal Government and the Rivers State Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on tourism, arts, culture and the creative economy, to further boost the sector in the country
The MoU, initiated by the Federal Government, is expected to strengthening collaboration with sub-national governments to promote the development of Nigeria’s tourism, arts, culture and creative industries.
The the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa signed the agreement on behalf of the Federal Government, while the Permanent Secretary of the Rivers State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Tomonialadeokuma Ishmael, signed on behalf of the Rivers State Government.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara during the signing ceremony at the Government House in Port Harcourt, said the agreement aligns with his administration’s vision of expanding the state’s economy beyond traditional infrastructure development through strategic investments in tourism and hospitality.
He said that the state is positioning itself as a premier tourism destination by harnessing the vast natural attractions in Andoni and other parts of the state.
Fubara said Rivers State has already begun laying the foundation for a thriving tourism industry, citing the ongoing development of a new tourist beach through a public-private partnership, with the first phase expected to be completed and opened to the public by December.
According to him, the Federal Government’s tourism initiative complements projects already embarked upon by the state, particularly the construction of the Oyorokoto road in Andoni LGA, which he described as critical to unlocking the area’s enormous tourism potential.
Governor Fubara noted that the road would provide easier access to one of Nigeria’s finest beaches while exposing visitors to the rich biodiversity of the area.
He revealed that recent images circulating online have showcased elephants and other wildlife found within the corridor opened up by the new road, underscoring the area’s immense ecotourism prospects.
The governor stressed that economic development should not be limited to roads, hospitals and other physical infrastructure but must also focus on creating opportunities in tourism, entertainment and hospitality.
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