Cross river state evening news
Here's a sample evening news broadcast for Cross River State, Nigeria:
Cross River State Evening News
Date: March 15, 2023
Time: 7:00 PM
Anchor: Emmanuel Okon
Intro Music: "Nigerian National Anthem"
News Highlights:
- Calabar Carnival Update: The 2023 Calabar Carnival has come to a close, with thousands of revelers participating in the festivities. The carnival, which was themed "Peace and Unity," featured music, dance, and cultural performances from across the country. The event was declared a huge success by the Cross River State Government.
- Akpabuyo Road Accident: A tragic accident occurred on the Akpabuyo-Obudu road yesterday evening, resulting in the loss of three lives. The accident involved a commercial bus and a truck, and rescue efforts were hampered by the remote location of the incident.
- C'town International Airport Upgrade: The Cross River State Government has announced plans to upgrade the Calabar International Airport to international standards. The upgrade, which is expected to be completed within the next 12 months, will include the construction of a new terminal building and the installation of modern navigation equipment.
- Youth Empowerment Program: The Cross River State Government has launched a new youth empowerment program aimed at providing skills training and job opportunities for young people in the state. The program, which is being implemented in partnership with the Federal Government, will focus on areas such as agriculture, technology, and entrepreneurship.
- Weather Forecast: The weather forecast for the next 24 hours is expected to be partly cloudy with a high chance of rain showers. Temperatures are expected to range from 22°C to 28°C.
Sports Update:
- The Calabar Rangers Football Club has won the Cross River State Football League, defeating the Ogoja United Football Club 2-1 in the final match.
- The Cross River State Athletics Team has won several medals at the just-concluded National Athletics Championships in Abuja.
Closing Remarks:
That's all for tonight's evening news broadcast. We hope you enjoyed the program. Don't forget to tune in tomorrow for more news and updates from Cross River State. Goodnight, and thank you for watching!
Outro Music: "Nigerian National Anthem"