Nigeria has all it takes to become the major tourism destination in the world if government at all levels harnesses the tourism potentials that abound in the country.
The Chief Promoter of Olokun Festival Foundation, Otunba Gani Adams, made this known during the Obatala Festival, which held at Baptist Primary School, Igangan, Oyo State at the weekend.
Adams, who is also the National Coordinator, Oodua People’s Congress, told the gathering: “This is a cogent call at a time like this when tourism is a huge business across the world even as oil reputation is declining all over the world.”
Speaking about the essence of Obatala Festival, Adams said: “Obatala is the African god of purity, who is mostly venerated all over the world. Some of his names include Olufon, Orisa la, Orisha-Popo and Orisha Nla otherwise referred to as the maker or creator of the earth and sculpture. Obatala, is the owner of all things that are white. He is calm, wise, understanding and loves peace and harmony.
“The Oosanla, is the supreme deity that was sent by Olodumare from heaven to earth in the beginning of time when the entire world was nothing but water. He created the land over the water beneath the sky and founded the earth.”
Adams recalled that his foundation has remained committed to their ideals over the years.
He said: “It is passionate in its commitment to make gods happy with us because we have remained focused, dedicated and resolute on this course.
“We have demonstrated and proved beyond doubts, our resolve and determination in breaking new grounds in our quest to project Yoruba cultural heritage to the world. All these are the rewards for our courage and purposefulness in the pursuit of our dreams as an organisation.”
In his words, His Royal Majesty Oba Lasisi Adeoye, the Asigangan of Igangan, commended Otunba Adams for his unrelenting efforts in the promotion of culture and tourism.
Oba Adeoye said: “It’s not easy to be promoting culture as the Otunba is promoting it without any financial support from anywhere.
“It is high time government should give all the necessary support to him.”
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