Ikechi Uko
Ambassador Ikechi Uko is a prominent figure in African tourism, known for founding and publishing Atqnews, a leading travel and tourism news platform. He has been a vocal advocate for a shift in Africa's tourism model, emphasizing the importance of domestic tourism and intra-African travel. Uko organizes the Akwaaba African Travel Market, one of the continent's largest tourism expos, where he brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss strategies for advancing tourism across Africa.
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Ikechi Uko, Ethiopian Airlines’ communication strategist, said he was boarding a flight and would return the call shortly.
Family seeks answers for mother's death on flight to US
Nigeria· 2026-01-30
Ikechi Uko, Ethiopian Airlines’ communication strategist, asked our correspondent to send questions for him to forward to the airline.
Family seeks answers for death on Ethiopian Airlines flightNigeria· 2026-01-29Ambassador Ikechi Uko joined in acknowledging The Gambia's outstanding achievement.
Gambia wins Best Stand Design Award at WTM London 2025
Gambia· 2025-11-06
Ambassador Ikechi Uko, publisher and event founder, emphasised the need for a paradigm shift in Africa's tourism model.
Africa’s Tourism Future in focus as Akwaaba Travel Market returns with awards for 100 Influential WomenGambia· 2025-08-26
