THE ELIZABETH AGBOOLA (T-E-A)
Tourism Entrepreneur | Cultural Diplomat | Educator | Africa Diaspora Connector | Halal Economy Promoter | Northern Nigeria Market Engagements
Executive Profile-:
Elizabeth Agboola is the Founder & CEO of NTT Global Destinations, a tourism and cultural diplomacy company dedicated to connecting Africa with the world. With nearly a decade of experience, she leads initiatives that intersect tourism, trade, investment, and the halal economy.
Signature Achievements-:
- Spearheaded the first direct flight between Nigeria and Jamaica, bridging Africa and the Caribbean.
- Expanded halal tourism in Nigeria, creating links with Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the Maldives, and Indonesia.
- Developed UniversiTEA Bitesize, a digital learning platform for tourism professionals and SMEs.
- Established NTT Events, curating global-standard events in tourism, trade, MICE, and cultural exchange.
- Created the Nigerian Tourism & Trade Network, empowering verified partners with visibility and international access.
Advocacy Focus-:
- Championing diaspora tourism, reconnecting Africans in the diaspora with their heritage.
- Promoting SMEs and the creative economy through capacity building and access to global markets.
- Driving Northern Nigeria’s visibility, focusing on tourism, trade, cultural preservation, and market engagement.
Platforms and Initiatives-:
- NTT Global Destinations – Tourism, trade, destination management.
- NTT Events – High-impact events and cultural diplomacy.
- UniversiTEA Bitesize – Digital training for tourism professionals.
- Halal Hub – A collaborative ecosystem for halal-compliant SMEs and creatives.
- Motherland Reconnect- bridging the gap between the African & African diaspora creatives, SMEs & Tourism professionals & businesses.
Publications & Public Speaking:
Author of Wings, Roots & Branches – A personal and professional memoir of resilience for bridging the gap by direct air connectivity between Africa & The Caribbean
Available for keynote speaking, trainings, and consultancy across tourism, cultural diplomacy, and enterprise development.