Ambode open tourism innovation

You're referring to the "Open Tourism Innovation" initiative launched by Akinwunmi Ambode, the former Governor of Lagos State, Nigeria.

In 2017, Governor Ambode launched the "Open Tourism Innovation" initiative, which aimed to transform Lagos into a major tourist destination in Africa. The initiative was designed to promote tourism development in the state, create jobs, and increase revenue.

The key objectives of the initiative were:

  1. To create a conducive environment for tourism development in Lagos State.
  2. To promote cultural and heritage tourism in the state.
  3. To develop infrastructure and amenities that would support tourism growth.
  4. To create jobs and stimulate economic growth through tourism.
  5. To increase revenue generation for the state through tourism.

To achieve these objectives, the initiative involved several strategies, including:

  1. Development of tourism infrastructure, such as hotels, resorts, and recreational facilities.
  2. Promotion of cultural and heritage tourism through festivals, events, and exhibitions.
  3. Creation of a tourism master plan to guide the development of tourism in the state.
  4. Establishment of a tourism development agency to oversee the implementation of the initiative.
  5. Training and capacity building for tourism stakeholders, including hoteliers, tour operators, and other industry players.

The "Open Tourism Innovation" initiative was seen as a major step towards transforming Lagos into a major tourist destination in Africa, and it was expected to create thousands of jobs and generate significant revenue for the state.