The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have reaffirmed their commitment to closer cooperation aimed at enhancing consumer protection, improving service standards and promoting sustainable tourism development in Nigeria.
The commitment was made on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, when the Director General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority, Dr. Ola Awakan, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the FCCPC, Mr. Tunji Bello, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
Welcoming the NTDA delegation, Bello underscored the strategic importance of tourism to Nigeria’s economic diversification efforts and stressed the need to foster a strong m culture capable of unlocking the sector’s vast potential.
He noted that although tourism is a concurrent responsibility of the Federal Government and the states, the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority has an important role in providing strategic direction and setting standards that will inspire confidence among domestic and international visitors.
Bello observed that tourists’ experiences begin from their first point of entry into the country and emphasised the need for effective coordination among key institutions, including airport authorities, immigration and customs services, to ensure seamless and memorable experiences for visitors.
“The experience tourists receive upon arrival and throughout their stay determines whether they will return and whether they will recommend Nigeria to others. Every stakeholder must therefore play a role in creating a welcoming and efficient tourism ecosystem,” Bello said.
He reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to protecting consumers and ensuring fair treatment across the tourism value chain, adding that the FCCPC would continue to work with relevant stakeholders to uphold service standards and address consumer complaints.
Earlier, Dr. Awakan said his visit was intended to formally introduce himself and explore areas of cooperation between the two agencies….
