(a) Factors that contribute to the development of tourism in Nigeria
— Favourable climate
— Fine beaches
— Wildlife
— Effective publicity
— Beautiful scenery
— Good transport network/communication
— Improvement in security
— Cultural heritage
— Favourable government policy
—Availability of capital from government and individuals
— Relative political stability
— Hotels of international standard
— presence of historic sites
— Hospitality of the people
— Need to earn foreign exchange

(b) contributions of the Tourism industry to the economic development of Nigeria
(i) Job opportunities
(ii) Foreign exchange earning
(iii) Conservation of wide life
(iv) Income to the government
(v) Improved infrastructural facilities
(vi) Improved standard of living
(vii) Encouragement of local craft industries
(viii) Improved transport system
(ix) Improved social services
(x) Fosters national and international economic cooperation
(xi) Improved commercial activities.