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EFFECTIVE MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
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INFRASTRUCTURE: PANACEA FOR TOURISM
DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA
ANTHONIA A. EKPA , (BA (Hons) , MA , MSC PhD
PRESENTED AT THE TOURISM TRANSPORT SUMMIT &EXPO
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE ABUJA
MONDAY , 29TH APRIL , 2019
ANTHONIA A. EKPA , (BA (Hons) , MA , MSC PhD
DIRECTOR , ROAD TRANSPORT & MASS TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION , FEDERAL
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION ABUJA
Introduction : Tourism Defined,
Economic Benefits of Tourism
Transportation Defined
Nexus of Tourism And Transportation
Tourism and Transport in Development
OUTLINE
Tourism and Transport in Development
Multimodal Transportation
Federal Government Policies on Multimodal Transportation
Federal Government Policy Implementation on Multimodalism
Infrastructure Defined
Nigeria’s Tourism/Transport InfrastructureNeeds Analysis
Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development Agenda In Tourism
SDGS 8, 12,14 In Tourism
Nigeria: Location , Features , Economy
ERGP : Current Development PolicyERGP Objectives for Development Synopsis Of Nigeria’s Development Before As At 2015 Select country examples Air Transportation Potentials In Tourism Imperatives Of Road Transportation For Tourism DevelopmentState of Road Transportation In Nigeria
OUTLINE CONT.
State of Road Transportation In NigeriaRail Transportation Rail Infrastructure RevampmentWater Transport in Nigeria Water Tourism Potentials Other Challenges to Tourism & TransportationConclusion & Take Away !
INTRODUCTION
For the purpose of setting out the discourse upon which we aregathered to deliberate on the very important and timely theme of‘‘Tourism and Transportation interdependencies for mutual growthand sustainable development’’ , it is necessary to establish certainindubitable assumptions which the theme avers to namely:
a. Tourism (T) and Transportation (T) are not just interrelated butintertwined ;
b. The interdependency of T&T have cause and effect (input , outputand outcomes);
c. When properly synergized, galvanized and coordinated T&T bringabout Economic growth(EG) and Sustainable Development(SD)and
d. When effective transportation and tourism are ignored ,underdevelopment , and poverty are rife .
INTRODUCTION CONT.
A
a. Tourism (T) and Transportation(T) are not just interrelated butintertwined .
b. The interdependency of T&T
B
T +T = EG/SD
From the stated assumption at A below, we can derive the formula at B
b. The interdependency of T&Tare derivatives of certainactivities and have cause andeffect (namely input , outputand outcomes or results )
c. When properly synergized,galvanized and coordinatedT&T bring about Economicgrowth(EG) and SustainableDevelopment(SD).
d. When ignored ,underdevelopment and povertyare rife .
T +T = EG/SD
0T- T=UD/P
TOURISM DEFINED
Temporary or short term movement of people to destinations outsidewhere they normally live .
Regarded as the practice of travelling for pleasure for a transientperiod
Leisure and recreation can are major reasons for engaging in Leisure and recreation can are major reasons for engaging intourism
Not undertaken for business.
Places are visited for their object of interest, history, culture orscenery.
Tourism research* reveals that :– tourism is an invaluable foreign exchange earner and the world’s
largest job creator
– Development and growth are dependent on a favourable balance ofpayment and trade; and tourism, a foreign exchange spinner plays a
ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF TOURISM
payment and trade; and tourism, a foreign exchange spinner plays akey role in both.
– Effective tourism based on available , effective , well planned andcoordinated transportation facilitates development of rural and urbancommunities alike.
*Adewusi Adedapo Omotholar, ‘‘Investment in Tourism, Transportation and National Development: Case Study of Ibadan Metropolis’’
Global Journal of Management and Business Research: Real Estate, Event & Tourism Management Volume 15 Issue 2 Version 1.0 Year 2015
.Type: Double Blind Peer Reviewed International Research Journal Publisher: Global Journals Inc. (USA) Online ISSN: 2249-4588 & Print ISSN:
0975-5853
TRANSPORTATION DEFINED
As old as human history.
Developed by humans as a basic facility to ensure movement from one location to another .
evolved from human desire for mobility , welfare and comfort
contemporary definitions take into account the impact of contemporary definitions take into account the impact of telecommunications for ease of mobility thus it is :
“the means of moving goods, people, animals, services and ideas from the point of origin to another (destination) either by rail, road, water, air, pipes or telecommunication.’’ *
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*Adewusi Adedapo Omotholar, ‘‘Investment in Tourism, Transportation and National Development: Case Study of Ibadan Metropolis’’
Global Journal of Management and Business Research: Real Estate, Event & Tourism Management Volume 15 Issue 2 Version 1.0 Year 2015
.Type: Double Blind Peer Reviewed International Research Journal Publisher: Global Journals Inc. (USA) Online ISSN: 2249-4588 & Print ISSN:
0975-5853
NEXUS OF TOURISM AND TRANSPORTATION
Tourism and transportation are
like Siamese twin-inseparable.
Although they operate Although they operate together , transportation is the life-wire of tourism .
Sustainability of tourism depends largely on effectiveness and availability of effective multi-modal transportation .
Tourism Transportation
TOURISM AND TRANSPORT IN DEVELOPMENT
Tourism is one of the driving forces of global economic growth
currently accounts for 1 in 11 jobs worldwide.
Offers decent work opportunities
society- particularly youth and women- can benefit from enhanced society- particularly youth and women- can benefit from enhanced skills and professional development.
Its promotion attracts investment and in-flow of foreign currency from tourists
Valuable in reducing rural–urban migration
Enhances cultural integration
Ensures sustainable uses of environment
MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION The best form of transportation management
: combines road , rail , air, water vehicles for effective logistics and transportation
Recognized as one of the most important components of global logistics in Nigeria and other global economies for which Nigeria fully approves.
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON MULTIMODALISM
Nigeria prioritizes multimodalism as the valuable form of integrative transportation for promoting national development national development
Permanent Secretary FMoT (Zakari S.) Speaking at the 15th
National Council on Transportation (NCT) states categorically :
“Nigeria suffers from dearth of transport infrastructure andservices as well as lack of synergy between the various
GOVERNMENT POLICIES ON MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION CONT.
services as well as lack of synergy between the variousmodels of transportation. The current transport infrastructureand services are inadequate to cope with the country’s hugepopulation and so the need to develop and integrate thevarious modes has become a necessity to enhance thenation’s transportation system,”
Zakari Sabui cited by Tvavzua Saanyol i n ‘‘Efficient transportation system panacea to economic recovery ―FG , Nigerian Tribune, August 28, 2017
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT POLICY IMPLEMENTATION ON
MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION
Review of the National Transport Policy (NTC) Enactment of laws (NRC and NTC)Bills Reform of rail, Maritime , Aviation sectors The enactment of the 2003 Nigeria Cabotage Act Development of Inland Container Depots Dredging of River Niger as well as seaports terminal Dredging of River Niger as well as seaports terminal Concessioning of Transportation projects Railway reinvestment and reforms Roads construction Introduction of road and mass transit policy and innovations Compliance with international conventions and protocols
INFRASTRUCTURE DEFINED
Infrastructure is :
part of a structure; material or economic base of a society or an organization.
can be seen as the basic structure that fosters the good performance of cities’, states’ or countries’ essential services. states’ or countries’ essential services.
In this sense, for a country to have a good logistics infrastructure system in the different modes of transportation, constant investments from both public and private sectors are needed
Countries in today’s globalised and competitive world that are development driven focus improving infrastructure to attract development , investment , manufacturing and tourism
Experts* have acknowledge the fact that :
Infrastructure engenders economic diversification through technological innovation &changes in the structure of production/consumption.
Like industry, infrastructure has direct effects on production costs & profitability ofagriculture, as well as creates significant structural changes on the rural economy.
It has also become evident in Nigeria that prioritization of infrastructure development
NIGERIA’S TOURISM/TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
NEEDS ANALYSIS
It has also become evident in Nigeria that prioritization of infrastructure development encourages developmental strides .
With rapidly growing population and urbanization, the demand for infrastructural facilities is outpacing supply.
The development of the National Integrated Infrastructure Master Plan (NIIMP) meant to address the issue.
*Engr. Chidi K. C. Izuwah, Snr.
Infrastructure Development As A Panacea To National GrowthBeing A Paper Presented By The AG. DG of ICRC at the Fellows Investiture of The Institute Of Directors Nigeria on 26th October 2017
NIGERIA’S TOURISM/TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
NEEDS ANALYSIS
‘’We also have a huge
‘‘....Greater demand, expanding
economies, urbanization and surging trade levels have intensified the need for new infrastructure’’.1
‘’We also have a hugeinfrastructure deficit for which werequire foreign capital andexpertise to supplementwhatever resources we canmarshal at home. In essence, weseek public private partnershipsin our quest for enhanced capitaland expertise.” 2
2Excerpts Of Speech Of President Muhammadu Buhari On August 23, 2015
1 Bill Banks, EY Addressing Africa's infrastructure deficit
http://www.ey.com/gl/en/industries/government---public-sector/dynamics---collaborating-for-growth_addressing-africas-
infrastructure-deficit
The Honourable Minister of Transportation , Rt.Hon . Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi CON , and theHonourable Minister of State (Aviation ) SenatorHadi Sirika have both realised the imperatives ofimproving transportation infrastructure.
NIGERIA’S TOURISM/TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
NEEDS ANALYSIS
Efforts made by them in four years havesignificantly raised the standard in provision ofinfrastructure , improved services and betteroperations towards intermodalism of the varioussub-sectors : Rail, Road , Maritime/Ports , Waterways and Aviation
Infrastructure needs of Nigeria is enormous
Its availability makes life easier for people
When available unreached but potentially prosperous rural communities are accessible
Availability of power , water , hotels hospitals , good roads , airports , functional sea ports etc are significant enablers of tourism development
INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS ANALYSIS
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
At the core of the development of countries today is the vision of achieving the globally accepted Sustainable Development Goals.
Adopted at the 70th Session of the UN General Assembly by 154 Heads of state or Government Heads of state or Government
Bold and ambitious to address development issues by year 2030
Has 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed to inter alia, -end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity
Link between SDGs andeffective tourismdevelopment has beenestablished
It is possible to derivemajor benefits from tourism
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AGENDA IN TOURISM
major benefits from tourismif looked at from the SDGS:
Source : http://tourism4sdgs.org/sdg-17-partnerships-for-the-goals/
Well being of peopleCommunity DevelopmentCleaner earth to nature and cultureBetter education Mobility of people
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AGENDA IN TOURISM
Due to its cross-sectoral nature, tourism has the ability to strengthen private/public partnerships and engage multiple stakeholders
For development to progress , International,
GOALS 8, 12 , 14 Focus on Tourism
For development to progress , International,national, regional and local partners need tocollaborate to achieve the SDGs goals ontourism .
Public policy and innovative financing are atthe core for achieving the 2030 Agenda’’.*
Source : http://tourism4sdgs.org/sdg-17-partnerships-for-the-goals/
SDG 8 IN TOURISM
Tourism sector's contributionto job creation is recognizedin target 8.9 "By 2030,
devise and implement
policies to promote
sustainable tourism that
Promote sustained, inclusive andsustainable economic growth, full andproductive employment and decent
work for all.
sustainable tourism that
creates jobs and promotes
local culture and
products".
Source : http://tourism4sdgs.org/sdg-17-partnerships-for-the-goals/
SDG 12 Ensure sustainable
Consumption and Production patterns Adopting sustainable consumption
and production (SCP) practices in tourism sector accelerates shift towards sustainability.
Setting Sustainable Tourism Target 12.b of Goal 12 Programmes (STP) on Sustainable
Consumption and Production Patterns fast tracks development of productive bases (communities)
Developing SCP practices, including resource efficient initiatives improves economic, social and environmental outcomes.
Target 12.b of Goal 12
Develop and implement tools to
monitor sustainable development
impacts for sustainable tourism which
creates jobs, promotes local culture
and products".
SDG 14conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development especially of small Communities that rely on such .
Promoting Coastal and maritime (C&M) tourism boosts economy
C&M constitute tourism's biggest segments, particularly for Small Island Developing States' (SIDS), rely on healthy marine
• "by 2030 increase the economic benefits of SIDS and LCDs from the sustainable use of marine resources, including through sustainable management of fisheries, aquaculture and tourism".
(SIDS), rely on healthy marine ecosystems.
Ensuring that Tourism development integrates Coastal Zone Management helps conserve and preserve fragile ecosystems and serves as vehicle for promoting blue economy in line with target 14.7
‘‘Giant of Africa’’ * title to be defended !
Runs one of the biggest democracies in theworld and operates a presidential system ofgovernment.
located at the extreme inner corner of theGulf of Guinea on the west coast ofAfrica , and lies between latitudes 3°15’
NIGERIA: LOCATION
to 13°30’ N and longitudes 2°59’ to15°00’ E.
On the south, is bordered by the Gulf ofGuinea, on the west and north, byRepublics of Benin and Nigerrespectively. To the east, it adjoins theCameroon Republic.
* Website of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
:http://www.nigeria.gov.ng/index.php/2016-04-06-08-38-30
occupies an area slightly more thantwice the size of the state ofCalifornia in the United States ofAmerica and almost twice that ofFrance.*
Has land area of 923, 768 km2. landcomprises 910, 768 km2
NIGERIA: PHYSICAL FEATURES
comprises 910, 768 km2
water accounts for 13, 000 km2.
Greatest length from North to Southis 1, 046 km,
maximum breadth from East to Westis 1,127 km with a total boundarylength of 4,900 km, of which 853 kmis coastline.
* Website of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
:http://www.nigeria.gov.ng/index.php/2016-04-06-08-38-30
Nigeria , hub of commerce andtrade within the ECOWAS andAfrica and occupies theposition of the ‘‘regional powerhouse”. *
NIGERIA : ECONOMY
Has a dual economy, based onrich natural resources, includinga major area of prospectiveinvestment- solid minerals,found across the entire country.
9Website of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
:http://www.nigeria.gov.ng/index.php/2016-04-06-08-
38-30
Blessed with petroleum resources(oil and gas), huge potential inhuman resources, fertile land thatsupports traditional agriculture andincreasing industrialization
Nigeria : Economy
ERGP : CURRENT DEVELOPMENT POLICY
Present state of economy engendered by the Government’s Economic Recoveryand Growth Plan (ERGP).
ERGP brings together all sectoral initiatives for agriculture and food security,energy and transport infrastructure, industrialization and social investments.
“It builds on the Strategic Implementation Plan and sets out an ambitiousroadmap to return the economy to growth; and to achieve a seven per centgrowth rate by 2020’’ *growth rate by 2020’’ *
Infrastructure development one of the key ERGP pillars
(ERGP) 2017-2020 is a Medium term plan for realizing long term growth.
Hinged on a philosophy that optimises local content and empower localbusinesses
Source : Buhari inaugurates ERGP, vows to change Nigeria for good
https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/news/general/buhari-inaugurates-ergp-vows-to-change-nigeria-for-good/192240.html
*Nigeria Economic Recovery and Growth Plan 2017-2020 . Abuja : Ministry of Budget and National Planning .2017 -P. 9
Restoring growth
Investing in our people Social inclusion
Job creation and youth empowerment
Improved human capital
ERGP : OBJECTS FOR DEVELOPMENT
Building globally competitive economy Investing in infrastructure
Improving the business environment
Improving the business environment
Promoting Digital –led growth
Most economic policies fostered dependence on crude oil
Structure of the economy remained import -dependent, consumption driven and undiversified.
Oil accounted for over 95 per cent of exports and foreign exchange earnings
manufacturing sector accounted for less than one percent of total exports.
The high growth recorded during 2011-2015, which averaged 4.8 per cent per annum was mainly driven by higher oil prices and was largely non-inclusive.
SYNOPSIS OF NIGERIA’S DEVELOPMENT BEFORE AS AT 2015
annum was mainly driven by higher oil prices and was largely non-inclusive.
Majority of Nigerians remained under the burden of poverty, inequality and unemployment.
General economic performance for several years undermined by deplorable infrastructure, corruption and mismanagement of public finances.
Decades of consumption and high oil price-driven growth led to an economy with a positive but jobless growth .
Source :Nigeria Economic Recovery and Growth Plan 2017-2020 . Abuja : Ministry of Budget and National Planning .2017 -P. 9
NIGERIA’S UNTAPPED TOURISM POTENTIALS
Nigeria , Africa's most populated country is an untapped tourist paradise is blessed with enchanting tourist attractions all over the country including:
Long stretches of exotic beaches Lush mountains Well preserved tradition and culture Ancient architectures Historical sites Historical sites worship places , Traditional palaces , cultures and kingdoms Stunning environments and natural sites and sceneries
These locations have remained mostly unvisited because lack of means of reaching them .
Transportation therefore becomes an essential component of effective tourism development
SELECT COUNTRY EXAMPLES ON TRANSPORT AND TOURISM
DEVELOPMENT
--British Columbia “The transportation sector is vital to the success of our industry. Put simply, if we can’t move people from place to place — whether by air, sea, or land —
Thailand
improved rural roads in Thailand, with attendantreduction in transport cost, was found to shiftimprove access to markets leading to increasedprosperity.
we don’t have an industry’”.
Ethiopia-Djibouti electric railway begins operations
-Introduction of low carbon future with light rail
Egypt-Tourism central to increased GDP
Traditional and modern modes of transport 9cars, donkey, camel , etc integrated with cars , rail air and sea
SELECT COUNTRY EXAMPLES ON TRANSPORT AND TOURISM
DEVELOPMENT CONT.
Dubai (2 Airports)
In 2012: Total Passengers processed 57.7 m
Aviation industry contribution to GDP - 20%; estimated to rise to 32% in 2020
In 2013: Passengers processed rose to 65.4% In 2013: Passengers processed rose to 65.4%
Connects to 149 cities all over the world
Generated revenue of $10.2 billion
Supported 157,000 jobs
Industry estimated contribution to GDP to rise to 32% in 2020
Source: ATAG – Aviation Benefits Beyond Borders, 2014; Oxford Economics: Economic Benefits from Air Transport in Nigeria,
2012
SELECT COUNTRY EXAMPLES
Source : Engr. Chidi K. C. Izuwah, Snr.Infrastructure Development As A Panacea To National GrowthBeing A Paper Presented By The AG. DG of ICRC at the Fellows Investiture of The Institute Of Directors Nigeria on 26th October 2017
SECLECT COUNTRY EXAMPLES
1.Ethiopia-Djibouti electric railway begins regular test run 1.Ethiopia-Djibouti electric railway begins regular test run
2.Ethiopia Charting path to low carbon future with light rail
1.https://www.africanews.com/2017/05/10/ethiopia-djibouti-electric-railway-begins-regular-test-run/
2. http://cleanleap.com/ethiopia-charting-path-low-carbon-future-light-rail
AIR TRANSPORTATION POTENTIALS IN TOURISM
One of the most utilized modes of transportation for tourism promotion
In 2014, airlines transported 3.3 billion people across a network ofalmost 50,000 routes generating 58 million jobs and $2.4 trillion inbusiness activity (International Air Transport Association, 2014).
Countries with thriving airlines /aviation infrastructure have thepotential of attracting tourists , boosting their economy and improvingthe lives of their citizens .
Sources:International Air Transport Association, 2014).International Air Transport website : http/www.iata.org IATA. (2014, June). IATA annual review 2014. Retrieved from http://www.iata.org/2014-review/reader.html?r=29/569#IATA. (2014). IATA-About us. Retrieved from http://www.iata.org/about/pages/index.aspx
AIR TRANSPORTATION POTENTIALS IN TOURISM
Developed and Developing nations prioritize air transportation as ameans of generating revenue and advancing tourism and thereforeown their own airlines.
Nigeria has no national carrier and very few international carrierstraverse her skies , hence the reverse-poor tourism development.traverse her skies , hence the reverse-poor tourism development.
Some examples of National Carriers include :
• British Airways
• Emirates
• Ethiopian airline
• Air cote d’ Ivoire
• Asky
• Royal Air Maroc .
AIR TRANSPORT TRANSPORTATION POTENTIALS IN TOURISM CONT.
Deliberate policy operates to ensure passengers transit through the operating countries .
Passengers are encouraged to travel to such countries and tourism is enhanced within the aircraft and at airports during transit /travel
THE IMPERATIVES OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION FOR
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
• Research has shown that Road transportation and theavailability of its infrastructure are not only importanteconomic growth facilitators , but are also ‘‘the backbone of
economic development activities for many industrialized
countries’’. *
Thus road infrastructure investments :
THE IMPERATIVES OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION FOR
DEVELOPMENT CONT.
Thus road infrastructure investments :
‘‘ constitute important political, economic, and social processes thatincrease the riches and power of a country, enlarge markets, andlower trade barriers. This leads to increases in productivity outputsand to improvements in mobility and standard of living for themasses’’*
*William Agbigbe The Impact of Transportation Infrastructure on Nigeria’s Economic Development . Walden University
STATE OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA
Congested
Polluted
Chaotic
Inadequate
Poorly maintained
Mostly Unsafe
Environmentally hazardous
Inadequately budgeted for
Discourages tourism
STATE OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA CONT.
Discourages tourism
Inadequately planning
Operators mostly untrained to understandimport on tourism
Expensive
Mostly Unsafe
Lack of sustained commitment by Government
Poor enforcement of rules and trafficregulations
STATE OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA CONT.
regulations
Crash- prone
Symbolised by terrorism attacks
Unsuitable for healthy living
Risky to use
STATE OF ROAD TRANSPORTATION IN NIGERIA CONT.
RAIL TRANSPORTATION Tourism and rail transportation are synonymous
Developed countries ensure that rail systems are modern , efficient and effective for movement of people and goods .
Some years back , Nigeria’s Rail sub-Sector had witnessed decayand negligence which impacted on tourism
In addition to corruption , the infrastructure was dilapidated andminimally used .minimally used .It was also chaotic , infectively managed and mostly abused bypassengers
RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE REVAMPMENT
A major achievement of present administration is the revampment of railinfrastructure which is geared towards economic recovery , trade facilitation andsafe tourism
The Lagos Rail Mass Transit Network is a majorcomponent of strategic transport master plan. The
Presently, Rehabilitation and Development of new lines are ongoingsimultaneously across the Country.
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component of strategic transport master plan. Thesystem is envisioned to consist of seven linesmade up of plan system: lane, 35km, the blue line,red line, green line and yellow line among others.
Abuja (Idu-)Kaduna rail line is very functional Abuja metro line liking city to airport Lagos –Ibadan rail line Others are near completion and are functional
RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE REVAMPMENT CONT.
WATER TRANSPORT IN NIGERIA
Blessed with abundant seas , surrounded by oceans and large water ways , in most of its geopolitical zones and states
Tourism potentials abound and are awaiting government and private sector involvement for policy development , regulation and investment respectively .
Nigeria’s water transport mode is largely underdeveloped and characterised by archaic systems , unsanitary environments and utilized mostly by the poor people e.g. Makoko Lagos
Whereas modern boats could be put as means of transport on these waterways , the Residents of most water communities are forced to rely on canoes which are generally unsafe.
WATER TRANSPORT IN NIGERIA CONT.
WATER TRANSPORT IN NIGERIA CONT.
Nigeria's s water affected by weeds and unappealing to tourism
WATER TOURISM POTENTIALS
OTHER CHALLENGES TO TOURISM & TRANSPORTATION :INSECURITY, AND VIOLENCE
Source : Engr. Chidi K. C. Izuwah, Snr.Infrastructure Development As A Panacea To National GrowthBeing A Paper Presented By The AG. DG of ICRC at the Fellows Investiture of The Institute Of Directors Nigeria on 26th October 2017
CONCLUSION & TAKE AWAY !
We must learn from nature : keep running from underdevelopment
Every morning in Yankari, a Gazelle wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning a Lion wakes up. It knows it must outrun the slowest Gazelle or it will starve to death.
Source : Engr. Chidi K. C. Izuwah, Snr.Infrastructure Development As A Panacea To National GrowthBeing A Paper Presented By The AG. DG of ICRC at the Fellows Investiture of The Institute Of Directors Nigeria on 26th October 2017
CONCLUSION & TAKE AWAY !
It doesn't matter whether you are a Lion or a Gazelle... when the sun comes up, you'd better be running