The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has announced the timetable for its zonal elections across the country, as part of preparations for its forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) and national elections scheduled to hold later in the year.
The association said the zonal elections, conducted in line with its constitution, will serve as a prerequisite for members aspiring to contest positions at the national level. Successful candidates at both zonal and national levels are eligible to serve a maximum of two terms of two years each, subject to the approval of the Board of Trustees.
This year’s electoral process carries added significance as NANTA prepares to mark its golden jubilee, celebrating 50 years of existence. The milestone AGM and national elections are slated for Ibadan, Oyo State.
Chairman of the NANTA Elections Committee and Second National Deputy President, Dr. Dagunduro Tukumbo, disclosed that the zonal elections will commence in Lagos State on February 12, 2026. According to him, the Eastern Zone, with headquarters in Port Harcourt, will conduct its election on February 19, followed by the Kano Zone on February 24, and the Abuja (Federal Capital Territory) Zone on February 25, 2026.
Dr. Tukumbo added that the Western Zone will conclude the zonal exercise on February 26, 2026, with the validation of its new zonal leadership. The Western Zone will also host the national elections and AGM.
He assured members of a transparent, credible and fair electoral process, urging all aspirants at zonal and national levels to familiarize themselves with, and strictly adhere to, the association’s electoral code of conduct.
“NANTA has grown beyond electoral irregularities and remains committed to placing the association above all primordial interests,” he said.
Ibadan, Oyo State, will also host NANTA’s golden jubilee celebration, expected to be a landmark event at the International Conference Centre.
In his remarks, President of NANTA, Dr. Yinka Folami, expressed excitement over the forthcoming AGM and jubilee celebrations, promising to unveil new initiatives and leadership visions for the association’s future. He called on members nationwide to participate actively in the electoral process and ensure that credible representatives are elected to serve their collective interests.
2026-01-22