The Imo State Ministry of Tourism, Creative Arts, and Culture is a government agency responsible for promoting tourism, preserving cultural heritage, and fostering creative arts in Imo State, Nigeria. The ministry plays a key role in developing tourist attractions, organizing cultural events, and boosting the state’s economy through tourism.
To develop, promote, and sustain a vibrant tourism and cultural industry in Imo State.
To establish Imo State as a premier tourism destination in Nigeria, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, dynamic creative sector, and world-class hospitality, thereby attracting both local and international visitors while enhancing the state’s global image.
The Ministry is divided into specialized departments that work collectively to achieve the ministry's objectives.
Identifies, develops, and promotes tourist sites across Imo State, coordinates tourism investment initiatives and eco-tourism projects and oversees tourism promotion and branding.
Preserves and promotes traditional arts, language, festivals, and heritage sites and organizes cultural festivals, and coordinates with local cultural institutions.
Supports local artists, performers, and creative industries, and develops cultural entrepreneurship programs and promotes Nollywood-related activities.
Develops tourism and cultural sector policies and strategic plans, also conducts surveys, data analysis, and performance evaluation.
Manages budgeting, revenue, and financial reporting for the ministry, and oversees expenditure, audits, and compliance.