The discussions highlighted the potential of cross-border tourism in West Africa
The Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA), led by its President, Yvonne Donkor, has paid a courtesy call on the Nigerian High Commissioner to Ghana, His Excellency Ifedayo Adeoye, as part of efforts to deepen tourism collaboration between the two countries.
The meeting, held at the Nigerian High Commission in Accra on June 13, 2025, focused on strengthening bilateral ties in the tourism sector, with an emphasis on partnerships between Ghanaian and Nigerian tour operators as well as the respective tourism ministries.
Discussions highlighted the potential of cross-border tourism in West Africa, particularly by leveraging visitor traffic between Ghana and Nigeria to create a more integrated and seamless tourism experience.
President Yvonne Donkor emphasised the importance of regional cooperation, noting that closer ties with Nigeria’s tourism ministry and industry stakeholders would open up opportunities for joint tours, cultural exchange programmes, and increased patronage of tourism offerings in both nations.
“Our goal is to enhance cooperation that allows tourists to experience the rich diversity of West Africa through multi-country packages,” she said.
High Commissioner Ifedayo Adeoye welcomed the initiative and expressed his readiness to support TOUGHA’s objectives.
He noted that improved collaboration between the two countries’ tourism stakeholders would promote regional integration and foster economic development.
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