Calabar, Nigeria – As expected, the 2024 Junior Carnival Calabar didn’t disappoint – the showcase was lit, and the audience was thrilled. Earlier, the Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, promised a world-class carnival, and from the look of things, you’ll surely agree with him. The Junior Carnival, also called Children Carnival, was reintroduced by Otu last…
Calabar, Nigeria – In an effort to exhibit its abundant cultural heritage in alignment with the longstanding Carnival Calabar tradition, a total of 18 states from across Nigeria graced the Calabar cultural carnival on Thursday. Additionally, the 18 local government areas of Cross River also took part in the event with their distinct costumes, showcasing…
Calabar, Nigeria – To foster full participation in its flagship tourism event, Carnival Calabar, the Cross River State Government has declared Friday, December 27, and Tuesday, December 31, 2024, as public holidays for civil and public servants. The announcement aligns with the state’s policy of promoting active involvement in the globally renowned carnival, which has…
Biakpan, Cross River – Ever wondered about the miracle of nature before? In Biakpan Community in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Southeastern Nigeria, lies a stream where the water changes colour three times a day and even healing the sick. The Biakpan stream, also known as “The Living Spring,” can change to…
Calabar, Nigeria – Founded in 1993 by Chief Orok Duke, Tinkoriko – a sociocultural group, is a platform that fosters harmony among youths from diverse political, social, economic and cultural orientations. The group, with a large membership, stands strongly against violence, cultism, drug abuse, kidnappings, human trafficking and other forms of societal vices. As the…
