association · Est. 1997 · Abuja
Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria
Over 28 years of leadership in Nigeria's tourism sector
The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) is the umbrella body of the organised private sector in tourism in Nigeria. It brings together over 23 registered professional associations of practitioners in travel and tours, hospitality, destination management, tourism consulting, cultural festival promotion, parks and gardens, dance groups and youth tourism, and is the private sector's link to government on tourism. Vision: to grow the domestic tourism market and position Nigeria as the leading business tourist destination in West Africa. Mission: to set up and execute a robust tourism business plan based on the principles of sustainable tourism development, so that destinations are more accessible, visitor facilities better, and amenities distinctly Nigerian.
Leadership and direction for the private-sector travel, hospitality and recreation associations and businesses.
Co-ordinates, promotes and protects members' interests in the tourism sector.
Works with federal, state and local governments and their agencies on the timely development of tourism resources.
Sets operating standards and ethics that build the profession's credibility.
Promotes domestic and international tourism within Nigeria and beyond.
FTAN was established in 1997 by the then Federal Ministry of Commerce and Tourism to liaise with the organised private sector in tourism and culture. Its pioneer president was Chief Goodie Ibru (1997–2000).
| Name | Office | Tenure | |
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| Alhaji Rabo Saleh | President | 2017–2021 |
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| Chief Tomi Akingbogun | President | 2013–2017 |
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| Chief Samuel Alabi | President | 2009–2013 |
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| Chief Edem Duke | President | 2005–2009 |
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| Alhaji Munzali Dantata | President | 2001–2005 |
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| Chief Goodie Ibru | President | 1997–2000 |