South Africa-based Nigerian develops tourism application

tourism

Mr Fidelis Igbokwe, a South Africa-based Nigerian ICT expert, said on Wednesday that a travel and tourism application he developed had been successfully tested and now ready to be launched.

Igbokwe, the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Trippins Application, in Johannesburg, South Africa, that the new product has safety and security features.

“ The product is called Trippin, a travel and tourism application with safety and security features.

“ It is meant to enhance travel and tourism in any city in the world and help to create awareness.

“ It would enhance security and safety for all categories of travellers.

“ With the Trippin application, one can be sure that with the press of a button, safety is assured,” he said.

Igbokwe said that two investors had acquired five per cent equity shares each from the project for a substantial amount while other investors have also shown interest.

“ We also have buy-in from an Atlanta-based group, New Africa Project, which wants to allocate funds for the services the application will provide to them annually,” he said.

Igbokwe said the application could be beneficial to Nigerians to enhance their security by checking crime.

“ The application can be used as a panic button when one is in danger to make an emergency contact.

“Government can also benefit from the application through the promotion of travel and tourism in the country.

“ The application can create exposure to places of interest and tourism sites,” he said.

Igbokwe stated that such information would increase investors’ confidence since they already have an idea of what they need in Nigeria.

Comments

Pope not involved in Colombian peace deal- Vatican

Pope Francis Pope Francis has turned down a request to play a role in the peace deal between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) rebel group. The Vatican in a statement issued on Wednesday in in Vatican City said that an invitation was sent to his Holiness in early August to appoint a representative to participate in the committee that selected the judges for the talks. The statement said that though Pope Francis supported the peace process, he, however, reiterated that he would not get involved in Colombian peace deal. It said that Pope was praying for the enlightenment of the hearts and minds of those who were called to promote the common good of the Colombian nation. A deal was announced last week, putting an end to five decades of internal conflict between government forces and the FARC rebels. The agreement, which needed to be ratified through a referendum in Oct. 2, would entail setting up a special court to grant amnesties or pu...

Houthis Claim Attack on Central Israel in Response to Gaza ‘Massacres’

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has taken a concerning regional turn as the Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed responsibility for an attack on central Israel. The group announced this as part of their escalating response to what they describe as "massacres" in Gaza amid the Israeli military’s operations in the strip. Details of the Attack The Houthis, a Shiite militant group with ties to Iran, declared that they launched missile and drone strikes targeting Israel. While the exact impact of these attacks remains unclear, reports suggest that Israel’s defense systems intercepted several threats over its airspace. This marks a significant escalation as the Houthis widen their involvement in the conflict beyond their typical operations within Yemen and neighboring Saudi Arabia. The Houthis’ Justification In their statement, the Houthis framed the attack as retaliation for Israel’s military actions in Gaza, which they characterized as indiscriminate bombings resultin...

Fall of Assad is a Blow to Russia's Prestige

The potential fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a long-standing ally of Russia, would mark a turning point in Moscow’s global influence, particularly in the Middle East. Steve Rosenberg’s analysis underscores the profound implications for Russia, which has invested heavily—both militarily and politically—in ensuring Assad’s survival over the past decade. This article delves into why Assad’s downfall would strike at the core of Russian prestige and what it could mean for the broader geopolitical landscape. Russia's Strategic Commitment to Syria Since the outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011, Russia has been a staunch supporter of Assad's regime. In 2015, Moscow launched a military intervention that proved decisive in stabilizing Assad’s hold on power. This intervention solidified Russia's role as a key power broker in the Middle East and demonstrated its willingness to project military power far beyond its borders. Syria is not just an ally for Russia; it is a...

Global Naija Info

Search This Blog