Director of Airline Services, Amaka Echetabu, has emphasized Ibom Air’s strategic initiatives to foster collaborative partnerships with tour operators. Also, she reiterated the airline’s commitment to creating mutual benefit by working closely with tour operators, enhancing the tourism sector.
Echetabu made this known over the weekend while engaging with members of the Nigerian Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) during their National Conference and Annual General Meeting. The event was held at the Banquet Hall, G.R.A, Ilorin, Kwara State, on July 19, 2024.The Banquet Hall, G.R.A, Ilorin, Kwara State, hosted the event on July 19, 2024.
Similarly, Echetabu emphasized the pivotal role of synergy between airlines and tour operators, highlighting that such relationships are critical for enhancing tourism potential and connectivity across Nigeria. She stated, “The relationship between airlines and tour operators cannot be overemphasized.” She underscored Ibom Air’s strategic initiatives for growth. Ibom Air supports Nigeria’s tourism sector by engaging with tour operators.
Moreover, the Group Manager of Marketing and Communication, Mrs. Aniekan Essienette, was also in attendance. Essienette participated in a panel session titled ‘Tourism as a catalyst for progress, peace, and partnership’.
Constructive dialogue marked the NATOP conference, highlighting the productive engagement between Ibom Air and tour operators nationwide.
The conference concluded with Ibom Air and NATOP renewing their commitment to achieve mutual sustainable growth in the tourism sector.
The tourism sector, a budding and highly viable contributor to the nation’s economy, benefits from Ibom Air and NATOP’s collaboration.