National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (Establishment) Act, 2022
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Overview
The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (Establishment) Act, 2022, is a Nigerian federal law that establishes the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism as a regulatory and training body for the hospitality, travel, and tourism sectors. The Act outlines the Institute's objectives, governance structure, functions, and powers. Key provisions include the establishment of a Governing Board, appointment of a Director-General, financial management, registration and regulation of hospitality and tourism personnel, professional discipline mechanisms, and penalties for offences. The Act repeals the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation Act, Cap. N137, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, and transfers assets and liabilities to the new Institute. It is published as a supplement to the Official Gazette of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.