On the 12th July, 2017, in Abuja the award winning Transcorp Hilton Abuja hotel in Nigeria is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, having officially opened its door to its first guest on the 21st of
April, 1987. The iconic hotel, which has through the years, hosted
Royalty, Presidents, Global leaders, celebrities and other dignitaries,
gathered friends, partners, clients, its board members and staff to
commemorate its legacy and rich history as a pioneer in Nigeria’s
hospitality sector.
Built
on 20 hectares of land, the 670 bedroom 5-star hotel began operations
as Nicon Noga Hilton Hotel, a member of the Hilton family of brands.
To
commemorate this milestone, Transcorp Hilton Abuja hosted a cocktail
and dinner with an array of entertainment and activities, highlighting
and celebrating the impact of Transcorp Hilton as an iconic landmark in
Nigeria.
Speaking
at the dinner, Rudi Jagersbacher, President, Middle East and North
Africa, Hilton Worldwide commended the Transcorp Hilton stating that its
contribution to the brand equity and perception of Hilton Worldwide has
been recognised all over the world.
“I
would like to commend the entire hotel team for their incredible
passion and commitment to delivering excellent experiences for our
guests from around the world” he said.
Since
its opening Transcorp Hilton Abuja, has played host to numerous
high-profile and celebrity studded events, such as the ECOWAS, World
Economic Forum Africa, Miss World Pageant, the Commonwealth Heads of
Government Meeting (CHOGM), among others.
Dr.
Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment also attended the event.
In his speech he commended the brand for contributing to the
development of the economy. He also commended the Chairman, Transcorp
Plc, Tony Elumelu, for his foresight in leading the partnership that has
brought everyone together for the celebration.
“I
take an interest in those who create jobs and Tony is one of them. He
is a long-term investor that doesn’t give up. He likes his country and
God will assist him to do more for us,” he stated.
Opening
the anniversary event, Tony O. Elumelu, Chairman of Transcorp Plc
owners of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, thanked guests and shareholders for
being a part of the journey so far. “On behalf of the board of Transcorp
Plc, thank you for your custom, patronage and your good will. You are
the reason we are celebrating today,” he said.
Elumelu added that Transcorp Hilton has transcended being just a hotel to becoming one of Nigeria’s most valued icons.
“Transcorp
is not just a company owned by people but an iconic institution owned
by every Nigerian. Transcorp Hilton Abuja is beyond the Transcorp
franchise; it is a national icon,” he concluded.
In
line with its strategic goals, earlier this year, Transcorp Hilton
Abuja embarked on a $100million renovation project to deliver on its
promise of customer excellence. In 2016 alone, the hotel has won 11
awards and nominations on customer service and innovation.
The
exclusive dinner was well attended, guests included Dr Emmanuel Ibe
Kachikwu, the honourable Minister of state, Petroleum Resources; Dr Nkem Okeke, Deputy Governor of Anambra State; Dr
Chris Ngige, Minister of Labour and Employment; Simon Vincent,
Executive Vice-President, Hilton, Europe, Middle-East and
Africa; Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, Chairman, Transcorp Hotels Plc.; Chika
Balogun, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National
Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR); Adim Jibunoh,
CEO/President, Transcorp Plc. and Valentine Ozigbo, CEO, Transcorp
Hotels Plc. amongst others.
West
African Idol winner, Timi Dakolo graced the stage, launching the
Transcorp Hilton anthem. Kaffy, Waje and K-Cee also entertained guests.
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