The theme of Carnival Calabar isn’t just a label—it’s the fertile soil from which the entire festival blooms. “Traces of Time” (2025) planted seeds of heritage, nurturing performances that blended ...

In 2026, Nigerians will live life in a double reality. We will literally be dancing to two dissonant drumbeats. Some will find the gathering 2027 election campaign beats irresistible.On the contrary, ...

Renowned drummer Antonio Sanchez again finds himself in an unconventional trio after convening last year’s BEATrio with Bela ...

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, commends the Nigerian Army’s 4 Brigade for its proactive role in tackling insecurity ...

Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Otu, has described the 20th anniversary of Carnival Calabar as a major tourism event with the potential to project the state onto the global stage. According ...

The boarding hall of Terminal 2 Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos, on Boxing Day, was filled. Passengers made last-minute efforts to board flights to their different destinations. There ...

Cross River State House of Assembly Chief Whip, Hilary Bisong, has attributed the economic relevance of Carnival Calabar to the vision of Governor Bassey Otu. He described the festival’s 20th ...

FirstBank has announced its sponsorship of the Carnival Calabar & Festival 2025, introducing a 500-seater premium bleacher aimed at enhancing the viewing experience for attendees. The bank said the ...

…Portuguese envoy marveled by 20th Calabar Carnival. Calabar, the Cross River State capital, came alive on Saturday as top local and international dignitaries converged for the 20th edition of the ...

Portugal’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Paulo Santos, has urged organisers of Carnival Calabar to start a global campaign to raise awareness of the festival and attract more international visitors. The News ...

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Federal Ministry of Finance for successfully securing $1.26 billion in financing for Phase One, Section Two of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway. He described ...