Transcorp Hilton Abuja hosts media leaders, renews commitment to collaboration

Transcorp Hilton Abuja on Tuesday treated top media executives to a special evening of networking and appreciation, reinforcing its dedication to maintaining a strong and mutually beneficial relationship with the media industry.

The event provided an opportunity for the hotel’s management to acknowledge the vital role media professionals play in shaping public perception and supporting the hospitality sector.

This include Mr Martin Zarybnicky, General Manager Transcorp Hilton Abuja; Ijeoma Osuji, Communications & Marketing Manager Transcorp Hilton Abuja; Mohamed Said Khalil, Hotel Manager Transcorp Hilton Abuja; Betty Aguiyi-Ironsi, Commercial Director Transcorp Hilton Abuja; Ifeanyi Nnadi, Brand & Marketing Manager Transcorp Hilton Abuja and Ekun Daniel Friday, Director of Sales Transcorp Hilton Abuja.

The event, themed “Media Cocktail Reception,” brought together prominent journalists, senior editors, and members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, led by its Chairman Comrade Grace Ike.

In his welcome address, the General Manager of Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Mr. Martin Zarybnick, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the media for their consistent support and partnership over the years through reportage and positive coverage.

He described his experience in Nigeria since assuming duty in August as “remarkable and deeply rewarding,” commending Nigerians for their warmth, hospitality, and continuous patronage of the hotel.

“This is definitely the leading hotel in Africa, we are very proud of the brand thirty years and to be the first in Abuja”

“ three months in Nigeria I just find it amazing and your country is amazing. The sense of humor and the food I am enjoying it, Nigeria is amazing and we at Hilton appreciate everyone and look forward to more working relationship with you “ he said

Mr. Zarybnicky reaffirmed the hotel’s commitment to maintaining a close working relationship with the media, noting that collaboration remains key to growth and innovation in the hospitality industry.

He assured that “the doors of Transcorp Hilton will always remain open to the media for enquiries, engagement, and partnership opportunities that showcase the hotel’s unique services.”

During the event, the Communications & Marketing Manager Ijeoma Osuji delivered a short presentation highlighting Transcorp Hilton’s innovative hospitality offerings and corporate social responsibility achievements.

The presentation revealed that in 2025 alone, the hotel recycled over 15,000 kilograms of waste through eco-friendly processes and supported hundreds of individuals, including persons living with disabilities.

Among those in attendance were the Immediate Past President of the NUJ, Comrade Chief Chris Isiguzo MFR, Deputy Managing Director Arise News Bayo Awosemo, the NUJ FCT Council Chairman, Comrade Grace Ike, Council Secretary, Comrade Sandra Udeike and Council Auditor Rosemary Ukoko-Tega, among others.

Recognised as one of sub-Saharan Africa’s leading five-star hotels, Transcorp Hilton Abuja boasts 670 luxury rooms, eight restaurants and bars, a 670-capacity event hall, and extensive recreational facilities including a casino, golf course, tennis courts, and a health club.

As a premier destination for business, leisure, and international diplomacy, the hotel continues to serve as a landmark venue hosting heads of state, global conferences, and distinguished guests from across the world.