Gov. Monday Okpebholo has approved the appointment of Mrs. Vivian Elabor as the Director-General of the Edo Tourism Agency.
The announcement was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday in Benin by the Secretary to the State Government, Musa Ikhilor. He noted that Elabor’s appointment takes immediate effect and reflects the administration’s commitment to reposition the state’s tourism and creative economy sector as a major driver of economic diversification, cultural renaissance, and youth empowerment.
According to Ikhilor, Elabor is a distinguished professional with over two decades of experience in media, community engagement, and public relations. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Media and Mass Communication from the London Metropolitan University, United Kingdom, as well as diplomas in Theatre Arts and Healthcare Management.
He added that the new appointee had served in various capacities across the United Kingdom, including as Presenter and Head of Production at BEN Television, London, where she produced impactful programmes that promoted African culture and excellence. She also worked extensively in housing management and rehabilitation services, supporting vulnerable populations through leadership roles at Change Grow Live (CGL) and Clear Springs–Ready Homes.
Ikhilor further stated that Elabor, who also serves as a Board Member of the Centre for Wounded Servicemen and Fallen Heroes Support Fund, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to humanitarian causes and national development.