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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 ...

NUC approves 13 New Courses for Nigerian Universities

Ben Achi
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 13 new courses for adoption in the Nigerian universities, effective from the 2025/2026 academic session.

In a letter dated 22nd October 2025, signed by the Executive Secretary of the NUC, Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, and addressed to all Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, it was stated that the approval was in line with the new Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS).

The notice is as given below: