22 States, Diaspora Band at Calabar Cultural Carnival 2025
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!
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!
President Tinubu hails a major $1.26 billion financing deal for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, signalling rising global investor confidence in Nigeria's infrastructure and reforms. Read more.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo announces N35m for Igbo studies chairs & N50m for new development bodies. New Enugu HQ nears completion. Leaders call for unity and global cultural projection.
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.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has three years left to secure his legacy. Experts urge decisive action on coastal development, a refinery, and deep seaport to transform the state's economy. The time to act is now.
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.
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.
Alor community leaders urge Governor Soludo and Ohaneze Ndigbo to intervene in the EFCC detention of former minister Chris Ngige, citing his status and need for dignified treatment. Full details inside.
ADC leader Adolphus Ude counters Works Minister Dave Umahi's claim that Igbos are content with Tinubu's governance, citing exclusion from major projects and appointments. Read the full analysis.
Winhomes CEO Stella Okengwu dismisses claims of a final court judgment in the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road dispute, warning against misleading public statements. Key legal issues remain unresolved.
His Eminence Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V has launched the 14th Utomo Obong, a week-long Yuletide cultural festival in Calabar. Read about the theme, prayers, and call for unity.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo supports state police to tackle Nigeria's security crisis but warns that without sweeping reforms, governors could weaponize it to manipulate the 2027 elections. Read the full statement.
Works Minister David Umahi terminates Calabar-Odukpani-Itu road contract over slow progress, pledges 10-minute emergency response on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. Read details.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council supports Prof. Mahmood Yakubu's ambassadorial nomination, dismissing criticism as politically motivated. They urge the Senate to confirm him. Read more.
Students from Bakassi Local Council dominated the 8th World AIDS Day Quarter Marathon in Calabar, taking all podium spots. The event by Takents-Afrique raises HIV/AIDS awareness through sports.
A coalition in Calabar marches against rising digital violence targeting women and girls. Religious leaders and activists call for urgent action during the 16 Days of Activism campaign.
Governor Bassey Otu honoured four former Cross River leaders at the 2025 Christmas tree lighting in Calabar, celebrating unity and continuity in governance. Read more.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo praises President Tinubu for security improvements in Southeast Nigeria, warns of potential ISWAP incursions, and calls for local vigilante groups across 95 councils.
Outgoing UniCal VC Prof. Florence Obi says her legacy is fighting sexual harassment and delayed results. Read about her 5-year tenure achievements and future plans.
A five-year-old boy drowned in Calabar floodwaters while another was rescued by a brave resident. Residents demand government action on drainage systems. Read the full story.
Federal Government confirms the first 47km of Lagos-Calabar coastal highway will open to motorists between December 12-17, 2025. Get the latest updates on this transformative infrastructure project.
A five-year-old boy died after being swept away by floodwaters in Calabar's Ekorinim 1. A resident rescued another child. Community blames poor drainage and demands government action.
The Obong of Calabar cancels birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara states. A powerful gesture of national unity.
Nigerian Senate holds security summit in Enugu to address worsening insecurity in South-East region. Governors absent without explanation. Read full details.
The Obong of Calabar cancels his birthday festivities in solidarity with victims of violence in Kebbi, Zamfara, and Kwara. A powerful act of national unity. Read his silent sermon.
A 47-year-old man has been detained for sexually assaulting a 7-year-old girl in Ekori community. Cross River Police and rights groups are pursuing justice for the survivor.
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