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The Tourism Sector in Nigeria

by Fred Nwaozor The tourism sector in Nigeria is a largely untapped yet highly promising component of the national economy. With her vast landmass, rich cultural diversity, and varied ecosystems, Nigeria possesses the natural and human resources required to build a thriving tourism industry. Tourism, if properly harnessed, can serve as a major source of revenue, employment, and international goodwill for the country. Nigeria’s cultural diversity is one of its greatest tourism assets. With over 250 ethnic groups, each with distinct languages, traditions, festivals, and cuisines, the country offers a wide range of cultural experiences. Traditional festivals such as the Argungu Fishing Festival, Osun-Osogbo Festival, Durbar Festival, and New Yam festivals attract both local and international visitors. The country is also blessed with numerous natural attractions that have strong tourism potential. These include scenic landscapes such as the Obudu Mountain Resort in Cross River ...

Dangote Refinery reacts to PENGASSAN's Directive to halt Crude supply

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has swiftly responded to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) on its directive to halt crude oil and gas supplies, among others, to the refinery.

The refinery argued that no law empowers the union to cut off crude oil and gas supplies, hence warned that such action amounts to economic sabotage against the country at large.

It could be recalled that a few days ago, the refinery dismissed all the indigenous workers in the oil firm over union dispute and fear of sabotage; an action that was later confirmed by the ccompany's management.

The memo issued on September 27, 2025 and signed by the Management of the Dangote Refinery, is as shown below: