By Ola Williams-
Transcorp Hilton Abuja has emerged as a major victor at the 2025 World Travel Awards, clinching five coveted accolades, including Africa’s Leading Business Hotel and Nigeria’s Leading Business Hotel—the latter for an impressive eleventh consecutive year.
The prestigious awards were unveiled during a dazzling gala ceremony held at the Johari Rotana in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The announcement was made in a statement signed by Assistant Public Relations and Marketing Manager, Ifeanyi Nnadi, on behalf of the hotel’s management.
The iconic Abuja hotel took home the following honors:
- Africa’s Leading Business Hotel 2025
- Nigeria’s Leading Business Hotel 2025
- Nigeria’s Leading Hotel 2025
- Nigeria’s Leading City Hotel 2025
- Nigeria’s Leading Hotel Suite 2025 (Presidential Suite)
Reacting to the win, Mohamed Said Khalil, General Manager of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, credited the hotel’s sustained excellence to its dedicated team:
“For over four decades, Transcorp Hilton Abuja has consistently delivered exceptional hospitality to both business and leisure travelers in Nigeria.
This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, who strive to exceed guest expectations every day.”
Echoing his sentiments, Uzo Oshogwe, Managing Director/CEO of Transcorp Hotels Plc, described the string of awards as a reflection of the brand’s enduring commitment to quality:
“These accolades reinforce our commitment to consistently craft memorable experiences and set the benchmark for our industry, always striving to surpass guest expectations.”
Founder and President of the World Travel Awards, Graham E. Cooke, emphasized the prestige of the recognition:
“World Travel Awards is globally recognised as the most prestigious honours programme in travel and tourism, and your victory represents the ultimate industry accolade.”
Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards celebrates excellence across all key sectors of travel, tourism, and hospitality.
The complete list of winners from the 2025 Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony is available on the official World Travel Awards website.
