Vendors at the 20th Calabar Christmas Festival Village report poor sales and tripled stall rents. Traders with 15+ years experience call for government intervention to review fees and improve coordination. #CalabarCarnival #Business
CP Rashid Afegbua decorates 7 promoted officers in Cross River. The ceremony boosts morale for improved policing. Officers urged to uphold professionalism.
Ashburton International Ltd. partners with Cross River State to host Nollywood legend Ejike Ibedilo at the 2025 Calabar Cultural Festival, spotlighting indigenous excellence. Discover the full story.
Nigeria's DSS has arrested two suspects in the murder of Professor Ekanem Ephraim in Calabar. The men confessed to the crime and other kidnappings. This is a major breakthrough for security forces.
DSS operatives have arrested key suspects linked to the 2023 abduction and killing of Professor Ekanem Philip Ephraim in Calabar. The arrests came as the gang plotted another kidnapping. Read for details.
FirstBank unveils a 500-capacity premium bleacher for Carnival Calabar 2025, enhancing spectator experience and reaffirming its cultural sponsorship. Discover how this investment elevates Nigeria's premier festival.
Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu reaffirms safety and tourism commitment as the 2025 Bikers Carnival kicks off in Calabar. International dignitaries and a diasporan witness the spectacle.
The 20th Carnival Calabar has begun, featuring all 36 Nigerian states. Explore the 'Traces of Time' theme, cultural displays, and massive economic impact. Join the celebration!
A Boxing Day picnic at River Buruku in Benue State turned tragic as three fun seekers drowned. The community mourns as bodies are recovered. Read more about the incident and the river's notorious history.
The 2025 Calabar Cultural Carnival began in grand style, featuring 22 states, 18 LGAs, and a new Diaspora Band. Governor Otu highlights Nigeria's premier cultural showcase. Read more!
Cross River State aims to train 20,000 farmers in climate-smart agriculture, with 60% slots for youths, boosting cocoa, rice & cassava value chains. Learn how this initiative will transform the state's economy.
Governor Bassey Otu has signed the N961 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, focusing on infrastructure, education, and healthcare. The budget promises social stability and shared prosperity for Cross River State.
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu extends Christmas goodwill, urging citizens to embrace love, peace, and shared humanity. Read his full message of hope and commitment.
The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.
Apostle James Anam, Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, presents a ₦13 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and healthcare. Read the full breakdown.
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Elders from Cross River North Senatorial District have publicly disowned former APC chairman Alphonsus Eba's remarks, calling them embarrassing. They reaffirm total loyalty to Governor Bassey Otu's administration. Read the full story.
Detty December 2024 drove record tourism & ₦1.02B box office revenue in Nigeria. Explore how this cultural movement fuels economic growth and diaspora reconnection for long-term national impact.
Hon. Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Cross River, donates millions in food to over 1,000 residents. The act fulfills a vow made during a life-threatening illness. Read the inspiring story of gratitude and cross-ethnic giving.
Cross River State declares zero tolerance for unlicensed medical practice. Health Commissioner warns against quackery after arrests, vows stronger enforcement in 2026 to protect public health.
Hon. Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, Ohanaeze President in Cross River, donates millions in food to over 1,000 residents, fulfilling a vow made during a serious illness. Read the inspiring story of gratitude.
The Nigerian Navy saved 20 crew members after their vessel caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member is missing as search operations continue. Read the full story.
The Nigerian Navy rescued 20 crew members after their vessel, MV Chimba Express, caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member remains missing as search efforts continue. Read the full report.
Ogun State government signs MoU with Whatadeal to manage Olumorock tourism centre, aiming to boost IGR and make it a top Nigerian destination. Read more.
The body of Miss Usange Janet was recovered from River Agbuu in Benue. Police have launched an investigation as the incident sparks community tension. Read the full report.
Famfa Oil's new hospital aims to stop Nigeria's $7bn medical tourism drain. This private-sector move seeks to retain billions in forex and boost local healthcare.
Lagos gears up for the 2025 Eko Fiesta, a three-day cultural & commercial event at Muri-Okunola Park from Dec 22-24. It aims to boost SMEs, tourism & showcase local talent. #Lagos #DettyDecember
Rome will charge visitors €2 to access the Trevi Fountain from February 1, 2025, to manage crowds. Free viewing from a distance remains. Find out the details.
Avon Medical Practice has opened a N200 million state-of-the-art ICU in Lagos, operating 24/7 with a specialist team. This investment aims to provide world-class critical care locally and reduce the need for medical travel abroad.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has commissioned the Omololu Olunloyo relaxation park in Ibadan. The facility aims to promote tourism and preserve cultural heritage. Read more about this new landmark.