By Joyce Remi-Babayeju
The Katsina State History and Culture Bureau Chief
Dr. Kabir Ali Masanawa
has called for collaboration with the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority, NTDA, on tourism matters.
Masanawa made this known on Tuesday when he paid a courtesy visit to the Director General of NTDA, Mt. Richard Ovie Esewhaye in his office in Abuja.
The Katsina Culture boss stated that the aim of his visit was aimed at strengthening collaboration in promoting Katsina State’s tourism assets.
He emphasized the need for a deeper working partnership between the Bureau and NTDA in showcasing the rich cultural heritage and tourism potential of Katsina State to the world.
“I am here to reaffirm our commitment to partnering with the NTDA and to explore deeper collaborations that will place Katsina firmly on the tourism map,” Dr. Masanawa said.
The overseeing Officer of NTDA,Mr. Richard Ovie Esewhaye, commended Masanawa’s appointment by the Katsina State Governor, describing it as
“a round peg in a round hole.”
Mr. Esewhaye reiterated NTDA’s commitment to working closely with the Katsina State History and Culture Bureau to promote tourism not only in Katsina but across Nigeria.
The two parties expressed optimism for a fruitful and enduring partnership in advancing tourism development in the country.
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