PHOTO NEWS: KAP Film Village honoured at Oyo Tourism Investment Summit
KAP Film Village and Resort has been recognized as a leading player in Nigeria’s tourism sector at the recently concluded Oyo State International Tourism Investment Summit held in Ibadan.
The founder and CEO, Kunle Afolayan, was awarded the Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year at the summit’s closing event — the Governor’s Dinner and Tourism Awards Night — for his contributions to tourism development and cultural promotion through the resort.
Afolayan, a renowned filmmaker, shared the news on his social media, expressing pride in the recognition and appreciation for the team behind the resort. He described the award as a validation of a shared vision built with passion and consistency.
The summit, which took place from July 22 to 24, 2025, brought together government officials, investors, developers, and creatives to explore opportunities in eco-tourism, cultural heritage, leisure, and hospitality across Oyo State.
Speaking on the significance of the summit, Afolayan said the event highlighted the untapped potential of Nigeria’s tourism landscape and strengthened the connection between government-backed tourism projects and potential investors.
He also emphasized that the KAP Film Village and Resort, located in Igbojaye, Oyo State, has evolved from a quiet vision into one of Nigeria’s most celebrated cultural and tourism destinations, driving local investment and preserving African heritage.
The filmmaker praised the Oyo State Government, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, the Ministry of Tourism, and other stakeholders for their continued support of initiatives that promote sustainable tourism and creative industry growth.
Afolayan encouraged Nigerians to explore local destinations like KAP Film Village, which he described as a peaceful, art-inspired getaway that offers both cultural immersion and relaxation without the need to travel abroad.
