Hospitality and Tourism Management Association of Nigeria (HATMAN) Announce the 19th Annual International Conference and AGM

The Hospitality and Tourism Management Association of Nigeria (HATMAN) warmly invites all industry stakeholders and the general public to its 19th Annual International Conference, scheduled to hold from Monday 20th to Wednesday 22nd October 2025, at Tahir Guest Palace, Nasarawa GRA, Kano.

This year’s conference, themed “Tourism Development: Sub-sectorial Policies, Politics and Strategies for Inclusiveness,” will critically examine the frameworks and strategies needed to drive sustainable and inclusive growth across Nigeria’s tourism sector.

Event Highlights:

20th October: Arrival of participants & Welcome Cocktail

21st October: Students and Fellows Dinner

22nd October: Main Conference and Award Night 

23rd October: Annual General Meeting (strictly for HATMAN members) & Departure

The prestigious gathering will feature prominent dignitaries and tourism leaders, including:

His Excellency Alh. Abba Kabir Yusuf, Executive Governor of Kano State (Chief Host)

Hon. Hanatu Musa Musawa, Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy

Hon. Commissioner for Tourism and Culture, Kano State

His Highness Khalifa Dr. Muhammadu Sanusi II, CON, Royal Father of the Day

Alh. Badaki Aliyu, President, Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN)

His Excellency Prof. Hafiz Abubakar, Conference Chairman

Alh. Iman Ahmed Zubair, Lead Speaker

Dr. Lilian MANAGWU National President, HATMAN, alongside other distinguished stakeholders and professionals.

This landmark conference promises insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and recognition of excellence within Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism industry.

Registration: Interested participants are encouraged to register via www.hatman2010.org.

For further inquiries, please contact: info@hatman2010.org

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Hospitality and Tourism Management Association of Nigeria (HATMAN)