Calabar news today
Here are some of the latest news updates from Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Calabar Carnival 2023: Organizers Announce Dates: The Cross River State Government has announced that the 2023 Calabar Carnival will take place from December 1st to 31st, 2023. The carnival, which is one of the biggest events in West Africa, attracts thousands of tourists to the city every year. [Source: The Guardian Nigeria]
- Calabar-Itu Road Rehabilitation: FG Commences Work: The Federal Government has commenced the rehabilitation of the Calabar-Itu Road, which has been in a deplorable state for years. The project is expected to be completed within the next 12 months. [Source: Leadership Newspaper]
Local News
- Calabar Market Fire: Traders Count Losses: A fire outbreak at the Calabar Main Market on Tuesday night has left many traders counting their losses. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined. [Source: Daily Trust]
- Calabar Polytechnic Students Protest Over Poor Conditions: Students of the Calabar Polytechnic have protested over the poor conditions in the institution, including inadequate infrastructure and lack of facilities. The students are demanding that the government takes immediate action to address their concerns. [Source: The Punch]
Sports News
- Calabar Football Club Wins League Title: Calabar Football Club has won the Cross River State Football League title after defeating their opponents, Akwa United, 2-1 in the final match. [Source: Vanguard News]
- Calabar Marathon: Organizers Announce Date: The organizers of the Calabar International Marathon have announced that the event will take place on November 27th, 2023. The marathon is one of the biggest sporting events in the city. [Source: This Day Live]
Other News
- Calabar Flood: Residents Cry Out for Help: Residents of Calabar are crying out for help after the city experienced a flood that destroyed many homes and properties. The cause of the flood is yet to be determined. [Source: The Nation Newspaper]
- Calabar International Conference Centre: FG Approves N10bn for Upgrade: The Federal Government has approved N10 billion for the upgrade of the Calabar International Conference Centre. The centre is one of the biggest in West Africa and hosts many international events every year. [Source: Premium Times]
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources or official government websites.