The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism is set to enhance and professionalise the nation’s workforce through high-quality training, certification, and registration of professionals in the hospitality, travel, and tourism industry.
This was disclosed by the Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism in Nigeria, Nura Kangiwa during the Gastronomy Festival.
The director General, expressed hope that with increased youth involvement and federal government support, tourism in Nigeria will grow more rapidly.
The highlight of the event was the tasting of foods presented by different tribes and cultures.
The UN General Assembly designated June 18 as World Gastronomy Day, starting on the 21st of December, 2016. This year’s theme is ‘More Taste, Less Waste.’
Gastronomy, as a specialised tourism brand and activity, has contributed to over 118 million jobs, accounting for 3.8% of global employment, according to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).