By Barry Needom, Port Harcourt
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Encyclopedia Nigeria Limited and Editor-In-Chief, POLITY Magazine NG, and Polity Yellow Pages NG, Hon Happiness Aduku has been nominated as a Tourism Icon in Africa.
In a statement released by the Pan Africa Tourism Board, signed by its President, Her Excellency, Mariam Lesian, and made available to journalists, the board expressed her heartfelt congratulations to Honourable Happiness Aduku on her nomination as the Tourism Icon in Africa.
The Pan Africa Tourism Board stated that the nomination of Honorable Aduku recognizes her outstanding contributions to the growth, reputation and excellence of tourism and hospitality across the African continent.
The Board noted that the leadership style of Honourable Aduku, her innovation and commitment to the tourism sector, has not only set a benchmark for the industry; it has also inspired the next generation of tourism professionals.
The statement further noted that her recognition also serves as an honour to her significant role in showcasing Africa’s diverse destinations, rich culture, and enduring heritage to the world and in advancing intra-Africa tourism.
The Board also hinted that this recognition will enable her to be featured on all tourism platforms within and outside the continent and announced that in September 2027, during the PAN AFRICA TOURISM SUMMIT IN ZANZIBAR, Honourable Happiness Aduku will officially receive an award in her category to this recognition.
The statement also explained that the award ceremony will bring together Tourism Ministries, Tourism Boards, Tourism Authorities, Tourism Institutions, Investors, and Industry Leaders across Africa and beyond; maintaining that the presence of Honourable Aduku at the summit will present not only an opportunity for her to be honoured before her peers, but also to enable her participate in shaping the future of African tourism.
