Aare (Dr) Absoye Fagade, FIMC, is the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). A visionary leader with a passion for the development of Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality sector, he is at the forefront of repositioning NIHOTOUR from a training institute to a regulatory body that sets and enforces industry standards.

With a distinguished career spanning business, leadership, and public administration, Dr. Fagade brings a wealth of experience in strategic policy implementation and institutional transformation. Under his leadership, NIHOTOUR is driving key collaborations with relevant agencies, both within Nigeria and internationally, to enhance professional training, certification, and industry best practices.

Dr. Fagade is a Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants (FIMC) and holds several academic and professional qualifications that have equipped him for his role in policy formulation and sectoral growth. His dedication to capacity building, skills development, and sustainable tourism has positioned NIHOTOUR as a pivotal institution in Nigeria’s journey toward becoming a globally recognized hospitality and tourism hub.

As DG/CEO, he remains committed to fostering innovation, promoting excellence, and ensuring that Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality sector meets global standards through quality education, training, and regulation.