By Jamiu Ganiyu
A leading digital media company with strong focus on Osun State, osun.life, today launched an online hotel booking platform for residents and visitors coming into the State.
The platform which was launched with a brief event at the company’s Osogbo office had in attendance company staffs, guests and tourist enthusiasts.
Launching the platform, the Former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adejare Bello, described the initiative as a laudable one which will increase the awareness of the State, improve the tourism sector and add value to our IGR.
“All over the world, business thrive better with the help of ICT, companies like Booking.com and Trip Advisor are billion dollar venture providing answers to the various questions in tourism industry. I am happy with the initiative, I am delighted by its prospects and I am hopeful of its positive contribution to the economy of our dear state” he concluded.
In his remarks, the Editor and Group Head of osun.life, Mr. Joseph Akanbi, said the company decided to leverage on its huge following within the State to positively compliment the physical efforts of the Government in improving the State’s economy.
“We’re going to embark on massive media campaign to encourage people to Visit, Discover and Invest in our dear State. The platform would provide prospective lodgers the opportunity to book any hotel of their choice in all the major cities in Osun without necessarily having to be there physically.”
“The platform which offers cheaper prices than the hotel rates also has a travel information guide about every major city in the State. The guide offers you information on where to eat, where to shop, landmarks, transportation, nightlife among others.”
osun.life is the fastest growing digital media outfit in the state, the company which has its only focus on Osun is a major player in the News, Business, Travel, Lifestyle and Events sector of the State.