EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION OF PROBLEMS OF INBOUND TOURISM IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA: CATALYST FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Ukabuilu, E. N and Nwokorie, Edwin Chigozie and Ezeibe, N (2018) EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION OF PROBLEMS OF INBOUND TOURISM IN SOUTH-EASTERN NIGERIA: CATALYST FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT. HATMAN Journal of Hospitality & Tourism, 8 (1). pp. 29-35. ISSN 2276-8297

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Abstract

An empirical investigation of the problems of tourism development in South-Eastern Nigeria is the focal point of this study. Related literatures were reviewed to establish the theoretical and conceptual framework for the study. However, data for this study were gathered using a 20-point structured questionnaire. Inferential statistics was elicited to analyze responses and Z-test statistical techniques was used to test hypotheses. As a result, there is a significant relationship between tourism infrastructures, superstructures; secured environment, sustainable marketing strategies and tourism development. Also, poor funding impacts negatively on tourism development. The study concludes that poor implementation of tourism policies and lack of political will were among the factors that hinder tourism development; while promotion and sustainable marketing strategy has a positive impact on tourism development. It is recommended that opportunities should be created on tourism manpower development by generally enhancing educational curriculum to include tourism studies in order to further inculcate tourism habits on the populace

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Q Science > Q Science (General)
Divisions:	Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Electronics and Computer Science
Depositing User:	Mr. Bolanle Yisau I.
Date Deposited:	30 May 2021 17:56
Last Modified:	30 May 2021 17:56
URI:	http://eprints.federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/id/eprint/1529

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