Northern govs urged to prioritise tourism as strategic driver of economic growth Dr. Uche Emmanuel Chinonso, a Tourism and Culture Promoter and Strategic Development Advocate, has called on Northern Governors, stakeholders, traditional leaders, and development partners to strategically harness their vast tourism potential as a catalyst for economic growth, cultural preservation, and national development. In an open letter, Chinonso emphasised that the region occupies a unique and indispensable place in Nigeria’s history, culture, and future. According to him, Northern Nigeria is home to ancient civilizations, historic trade routes, expansive landscapes, wildlife reserves, distinctive architecture, festivals, and deeply rooted traditions—assets he described as powerful yet underutilized....