In his frantic efforts to unlock the Oyo State tourism potential, Governor ‘Seyi Makinde, lauded individuals who contributed to the tourism industry in the state, and rewarded their efforts with different awards.
The Governor commended the awardees for their immense contributions to the tourism potential of the state, stating that they are role models for others in the industry.
The awards were presented to the awardees at the first Oyo State International Tourism Summit (Dinner & Awards) which was held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Chairman Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort, Engineer Dotun Sanusi, was awarded the Oyo State Tourism Man of the Year for his significant investments in sports infrastructure development and tourism promotion in Oyo State.
Sanusi, represented at the event by Alhaji Fatai Owoseni, has made a name for himself in Oyo State and beyond with his Ilaji Hotel and Sports Resort which has become a hub for sports and tourism. The resort features top-notch facilities such as a stadium, swimming pool, gym, and hotel rooms. The resort has attracted visitors from across Nigeria and beyond, contributing to the development of tourism in Oyo State and generating revenue for the local economy.
Other awardees at the event included Erelu Funmi Rotiba, Chief Executive Officer Special Tours Ltd; CEO Ufit fly, Evangelist Ajibola Ogunkeyede; a prominent radio presenter and researcher, Dr Abebayo Faleke, and the organisers of the famous annual World Twins Festival, Igboora, Ambassadors Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye as Oyo State Cultural Ambassadors, among others.
Governor Makinde while congratulating Jubril Dotun Sanusi and others, charged them to see the honour as a call for more work in making Oyo State a preferred tourism destination.
