The highly celebrated Tourism Half Hour programme, championed by the founder of La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Otunba Wanle Akinboboye, is set to make a grand return to television screens with a fresh face and renewed energy.
Taking the spotlight as host of the 2026 edition is Deborah Oduneye, a former beauty queen, international presenter, fashion icon, and renowned makeup artist whose journey has come full circle at the prestigious tourism destination.
Eight years after participating in a beauty pageant camp at La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Deborah returns not as a contestant but as the lead presenter of one of Africa’s foremost tourism and cultural programmes.
Sharing her excitement, Deborah spoke on her memorable experiences at the resort and the significance of her new role.
“Eight years ago, I stepped into this very place as a beauty queen during a pageant camp that became a memorable part of my journey. A young woman with dreams, passion, and a vision for the woman she was becoming.
“Today, I return with a new chapter unfolding. I am beyond excited to officially announce that I am the host and presenter of Tourism Half Hour on ATunda TV.
“A platform created to showcase the beauty of Africa, our culture, our destinations, our people, and the powerful stories that connect us to the world.
“This moment feels like a full circle because storytelling has always been a part of who I am. From beauty, creativity, and empowering women to now sharing the richness of our African heritage on a bigger platform.
“Africa has so many stories waiting to be told, and I’m honoured to be part of telling them. New chapter. New era. New assignment. This is only the beginning.”
The Tourism Half Hour programme, founded under the vision of Otunba Wanle Akinboboye, has for years served as a platform dedicated to showcasing Africa’s rich cultural heritage, tourism destinations, hospitality industry, creative talents, and untold stories to audiences across the continent and beyond.
As anticipation builds ahead of the programme’s official launch, Deborah ODUNEYE is already preparing for the demanding role. The presenter has been actively maintaining a fitness routine and sharpening her presentation skills in readiness for what promises to be one of the most anticipated tourism television productions of 2026.
With production underway and expectations rising, viewers can look forward to a new season that will celebrate Africa’s beauty, culture, tourism assets, and the people driving the continent’s growth.