The Lagos State Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, paid a courtesy visit to the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Mrs. Kemi Nandap, at the NIS Headquarters in Abuja on Friday.
The visit aimed to foster cooperation between the Lagos State Government and the Nigeria Immigration Service to streamline entry procedures for tourists arriving in Lagos, particularly at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka emphasized the need to enhance the ease of entry into Lagos during the meeting.
Given the significant influx of visitors following a highly successful fourth quarter of 2024, which witnessed a substantial surge in tourism, cultural, and entertainment activities, Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka stressed the importance of streamlining entry processes into Lagos.
As Lagos continues to solidify its position as Africa’s leading tourism destination, improving the arrival experience is crucial to sustaining growth in the sector, she noted.
In response, Mrs. Nandap assured the Commissioner of the NIS’s commitment to collaborating with the Lagos State Government to ensure a seamless and welcoming entry process for visitors, particularly tourists and business travelers.
The meeting highlighted Lagos State’s visionary approach to transforming its tourism ecosystem through collaborative partnerships that elevate visitor experiences, stimulate local economic growth, and unlock new opportunities.
