Lagos, Nigeria, 22nd November 2012 - Emirates top travel agents in Nigeria have been recognized for their ongoing support with a token of appreciation at an awards night held in Dubai.

The agents - representing 20 companies - were hosted by senior executives from Emirates - including Jean Luc Grillet, Senior Vice President- Commercial Operations for Africa, Muhammed Riza, Regional Manager Commercial Operations, and Paulos Legesse Emirates' Country Manager for Nigeria.

A certificate of appreciation for the year 2012 was presented to four outstanding travel agents for excellent performance during a dinner held at the Al Bustan Rotana Hotel in Dubai. The awardees include Touch Down, Gods Power , Good News and Quantum Travel Agencies.

"We are grateful for the continued support of all our travel agents in Nigeria and congratulate those who have received awards this year," said Jean Luc Grillet, who - along with several of his colleagues - presented trophies and certificates to the leading agents in Nigeria.