Breaking News: National Conference Center Reopens in May

President Bola Tinubu is to reopen the International Conference Centre in May this year. The centre, which was shut down in May last year due to poor maintenance, is expected to regain its status as a premier destination for international conferences and events.

According to sources, the President has given the directive for the centre to be renovated and refurbished to meet international standards. The renovation work is expected to be completed within the next few weeks, paving the way for the centre’s reopening in May.

The International Conference Centre, which has hosted numerous high-profile events in the past, was closed down last year due to concerns over its poor state of maintenance. The closure was seen as a major setback for the country’s conference tourism sector, which has been struggling to attract international events.

However, with the centre’s reopening, Nigeria is expected to regain its position as a major hub for international conferences and events. The reopening is also expected to boost the country’s economy, as it will attract foreign investors, create jobs, and generate revenue.

President Tinubu’s decision to reopen the centre is seen as a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to promoting tourism and conference tourism in particular. The President has been keen on developing the sector, which has the potential to contribute significantly to the country’s GDP.

The reopening of the International Conference Centre is also expected to provide a boost to the country’s image, as it will showcase Nigeria’s ability to host high-profile events. The centre’s state-of-the-art facilities and modern amenities are expected to attract international event organizers, who have been looking for a reliable and efficient venue in West Africa.

As the country prepares for the reopening of the centre, stakeholders in the tourism sector have expressed optimism about the potential benefits.

“The reopening of the International Conference Centre is a welcome development, and we are excited about the opportunities it will bring.

“We are confident that the centre will once again become a premier destination for international conferences and events, and we look forward to working with the President and his team to make this a reality,” said a spokesperson for the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation.

With the reopening of the International Conference Centre, Nigeria is poised to take its rightful place as a major player in the global conference tourism sector. As the country looks forward to hosting international events, the reopening of the centre is expected to be a major milestone in the country’s efforts to promote tourism and drive economic growth.