Nigeria, Burundi forge new tourism partnership
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John, has met with His Excellency Ambassador Libérat Mfumukeko, Senior Advisor to the Office of the President of Burundi and Special Envoy, in Abuja, aiming to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties through tourism.
During the engagement, Ambassador Mfumukeko delivered a message of goodwill from the Burundian President and expressed Burundi’s eagerness to partner with Nigeria in promoting community-based tourism and cultural exchange.
He praised Nigeria’s leadership in the tourism sector and emphasized the potential for long-term, impactful partnerships between the two countries.
For her part, the Honourable Minister, Lola Ade-John, welcomed the Ambassador’s visit, stating that it reflects the shared vision and mutual respect between the two nations.
She highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening intra-African tourism partnerships, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to diversify the economy and empower communities through culture and tourism.
“Nigeria and Burundi share immense opportunities in the tourism sector, and we are excited to explore synergies that will benefit both economies and strengthen cultural ties,” said Minister Ade-John.
She further highlighted Nigeria’s growing reputation as a prime tourism investment destination, pointing to successful initiatives in sustainable tourism and community engagement.
The meeting also covered broader areas of cooperation, including economic empowerment, capacity building, and deeper cultural exchanges. Both sides expressed their commitment to translating these discussions into tangible projects that will benefit citizens of both nations.
To further solidify the partnership, Ambassador Mfumukeko extended a formal invitation to Minister Ade-John to visit Burundi, signaling Burundi’s enthusiasm for collaborative tourism development initiatives that will enhance economic growth and cultural ties across Africa.