Edo Explores AI, Digital Innovation To Boost Tourism

The Edo State Government has identified digital technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) as key tools for unlocking the state’s tourism potential, promoting its cultural heritage and creating economic opportunities through the creative industry.





The government stated this at the 2026 World Tourism Day celebration organised by the Edo State Tourism Agency (EDSTA), with the theme, “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.”
The event commenced with a road walk from the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) Gate, Benin City, and continued with a symposium at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA).
The celebration was hosted by the Directo...