Calabar carnival aims for international spotlight
Cross River State Governor Prince Bassey Otu has highlighted the 20th anniversary of Carnival Calabar as a major tourism milestone. He believes the event can elevate the state’s profile globally and urged participants to showcase creativity. The carnival, which has become a key fixture in the state’s tourism calendar, drew dignitaries and notable guests. A Portuguese envoy, Paulo Santos, praised the event’s impact and encouraged more international visitors.
What we know
- Prince Bassey Otu flagged off the 20th Carnival Calabar at Millennium Park in Calabar.
- Dignitaries at the event included Senator Hope Uzodinma, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, Senator John Enoh, and Nollywood actors.
- The governor urged bands to creatively interpret the carnival’s theme, “the traces of time,” for a global audience.
- The event was praised for transforming the state’s commercial economy over the years.
- Paulo Santos encouraged diplomats to consider Calabar for end-of-year holidays.
