L-R: Nsikak Mbride (Director of Sales Government – Abuja Continental), Augustine Oguche (Director of Sales Corporate – Abuja Continental), Richard Mutanda (Cluster Director Of Sales & Marketing – Continental Hotels Group), Sisanwumi Ikeotuonye (Director Planning Research and Statistics at National Gallery of Arts), Florence Oyelade Adedayo-Tayo (Philoxenia Global Hospitality Limited) at the Nigeria Tourism Transportation Summit & Awards in Abuja.
…Sets Benchmark for Luxury in Nigeria’s Hospitality Industry
Abuja Continental Hotel exemplary service strides took the centre stage yet again ,as the hotel was honoured with the prestigious Continental Excellence Award for Luxury Hospitality Leadership.
The honour, bestowed on the hotel at the Tourism Transport Summit Awards 2026, further cements its position as Nigeria’s foremost luxury destination.
The Convenor of the Tourism Transportation Summit Awards 2026 and National President of the Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), Chief Abiodun Ogunsanwo, said the award recognizes hotels that consistently raise the bar in service and infrastructure.
“Abuja Continental Hotel, as a premier five-star luxury hospitality destination located in the heart of Nigeria’s capital city, is renowned for blending contemporary elegance with authentic Nigerian hospitality,” Chief Ogunsanwo said. He noted that the hotel serves as the preferred address for diplomats, government officials, business leaders, and international delegates. “With a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable hospitality, Abuja Continental Hotel has established itself as one of Nigeria’s leading venues for international conferences, corporate events, diplomatic engagements, and luxury leisure. Through its outstanding service, modern facilities, and dedication to creating memorable experiences, the hotel continues to set the benchmark for luxury hospitality and tourism in Nigeria and across Africa.”
Reacting to the honour, the Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing for the Abuja Continental Hotel Group, Richard Mutanda, dedicated the award to the entire team, adding that the hotel is deeply honoured and proud to receive the Continental Excellence Award for Luxury Hospitality Leadership at the event.
He described the recognition as “a well-deserved affirmation of our unwavering commitment to excellence, exceptional service, and leadership in luxury hospitality.” He noted that the prestigious recognition reflects the hard work, passion, professionalism, and dedication of every member of the Abuja Continental Hotel team, as well as the trust placed in them by their valued guests, partners, and esteemed investors.
“At Abuja Continental, we remain steadfast in our mission to deliver refined, intentional, and memorable experiences that continue to set new benchmarks for luxury hospitality in Nigeria,” Mr. Mutanda declared. “This award will further inspire us to keep raising the bar and elevating the guest experience every day.”
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