The Oyo State Government has assured investors in the hospitality business of its continued support, saying that efforts would be intensified to create a conducive environment for the growth and development of the sector.

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The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatubosun, made the disclosure on Wednesday when he received the management team from Metro Tulip Apartment Hotel & Suites, Akobo, Ibadan, during an official courtesy visit to the Ministry.

Olatubosun expressed delight at the hotel’s willingness to partner with the Oyo State Government in promoting the state’s tourism potential.

“The growing interest of investors indicates that the policies and initiatives of the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde in culture and tourism are yielding positive results,” he said.

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He noted that tourism development in the state was being driven by strong partnerships with stakeholders, with teamwork, passion and commitment, stressing that the government is committed to creating an enabling environment where tourism and hospitality businesses could thrive.

The Commissioner assured investors of government support through improved infrastructure, security and other measures critical to sustainable tourism development.

He also called on Metro Tulip Apartment Hotel & Suites to develop programmes that could be implemented in partnership with the Ministry, particularly during major events such as the World Egungun Festival, World Tourism Day, the Sango Festival and Isese Day celebrations.

He assured the team of the Ministry’s readiness to collaborate with the hotel and encouraged other hospitality investors to take advantage of the opportunities available in Oyo State.

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr Rotimi Babalola, commended the hospitality culture displayed by the Metro Tulip team and encouraged the management to continue investing in the sector.

“Present your proposals to government, particularly those capable of contributing to the growth of the hotel and the wider hospitality industry,” Babalola said.

📰 Source: Punch Nigeria