Hannatu Musawa, the Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, has officially opened the newly completed Presidential suite at the Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort and Conference Centre in Ekiti State, Nigeria, marking another milestone in the ongoing revitalisation of Nigeria’s premier tourist destination.
Covering 320 square metres, the new Presidential suite offers a luxurious hospitality experience for high-end guests. Designed to accommodate up to eight people (four adults and four children), the suite includes world-class amenities such as a spacious living room, master and guest bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an island, a pantry/store, an outdoor patio with a grill, a backyard sitting area, a dining area, a mini kitchenette, and a range of modern conveniences typically found in the finest holiday resorts worldwide.
Minister Musawa commended Cavista Holdings and Glocient Hospitality, the operators of the Ikogosi Resort, for their investment in infrastructure that elevates the standard of hospitality services in Nigeria. Referring to the resort as “a magical, remarkable wonder of nature,” she highlighted the Federal Government’s commitment to leveraging strategic partnerships to grow the tourism sector, stimulate economic expansion, and create employment opportunities.
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During her visit to the resort, the Minister also participated in the Destination 2030 Strategic Retreat. She emphasised the importance of reliable data as a key driver of growth and investment, stating, “When we took office at the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, we recognised the urgent need to accurately collect and document data for Nigeria’s creative, cultural, and tourism industries. The Destination 2030 data platform, developed in collaboration with Cavista Holdings, VIISAUS, and Big Win Philanthropy, will be a crucial tool in supporting the Ministry’s broader goals of economic expansion and job creation.”
Lanre Sharafa Balogun, General Manager of Glocient Hospitality, expressed his excitement about the Minister’s visit, stating, “We are honoured to welcome Honourable Minister Hannatu Musawa to Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort. Her commissioning of our Presidential Villa and her leadership at the Destination 2030 retreat reaffirm our shared vision of building a smarter, more sustainable tourism ecosystem for Nigeria.”
With these advancements, Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort is set to solidify its position as a top destination for leisure, business, and policy innovation in Nigeria.
