Nigeria Celebrates World Tourism Day Focusing on AI

Nigeria celebrated World Tourism Day in Abuja with the theme "Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism." The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, represented by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mr. Abdulkarim Ozi Ibrahim, highlighted the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in tourism.

Musawa stated that AI could personalize travel experiences, predict demand, and streamline processes, while also ensuring the protection of data and cultural authenticity. She urged stakeholders, including government, private sector, and media, to collaborate in innovating the tourism sector.

Musawa also acknowledged the Discovery Museum for their mentorship of students involved in an Innovation Challenge. Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of UN Tourism, presented a paper emphasizing AI's impact on travel and work.