Anambra State Government has called on private individuals and companies to engage in robust partnership so as to transform the tourism sector.
This was unveiled when the Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs, Culture and Tourism, Dr Ken Anierobi briefed newsmen in Awka on the state government’s plan to harness the tourism facilities in the state.
Dr Anierobi noted that the state had created an enabling environment that had been attracting investment in-flows into all sectors of the economy. He also stressed on the need to further project the state’s tourist facilities in the global map.
According to the Commissioner, the state plans to maximise the contributions of Ndi Anambra in The Diaspora in promoting the vision of Gov. Willie Obiano, geared towards making the state first choice investment destination and most preferred location to site new industries.
Anierobi noted that the state has existing tourist sites that are not in use such that have not achieved their full potential, promising that his office will go into private partnership arrangement that will boost economic values for the facilities.
In terms of culture, the commissioner pointed out that the state has a lot of cultural activities including festivals and that his office plans to upgrade and infuse modern ways to its management, by bringing in sponsorship to aid its world-class standards.
Further emphasizing on promoting our culture, Dr. Ken noted that community involvement is fundamental because cultural activities belong to the people. He called on various communities accross the state to approach the ministry and seek support to restructure and boost their cultural events. He further revealed that the ministry will in no time acquire quality costumes in regards to spicing up our cultural festivals, Even as Anambra State Government continues to call on private individuals and companies to engage in robust partnership so as to transform the tourism sector.
