Calabar Christmas Carnival

The carnival celebration is a wonderfu; way to relax especially for those of us Nigerians who live in the Caribeans. Why will the next "celebration" be? I hope the trend continues.

The pictures look swell!! Hope u had fun! Join us again December 2006 cos we're gonna be dancing in the streets. More details on my blog @ www.calabargal2.blogspot.com Cheers!!!

Duke is a gift. Carnival is wonderful and captivating. Happy being a Nigerian. Long live Cross rivers. Carnival will attract tourist into the country. When are we having the next carnival?

Calabar Christmas Carnival was fun filled all the way, its something everyone looks forward to every year. I dont usually miss it. I have at least over a hundred pics on my PC of some people at the carnival. Duke has really done a nice job introducing it.

The cultural renaissance which Gov. Duke has revived in CRS odd to be a model for all the states in Nigerian, but especially the south south which has a rich cultural heritage. This is what people all over the world would lcome to see, then go home with memories about the people. I was there and had a good time. I do plan to be back next year and after that.

the Calabar Carnival and Festival is here again, the cross river xmas festival promises to be the event of the year. the official website http://www.crossriverfestival.com includes a discussion forum.

since 2004,i cant spend christmas any where else than calabar,the long walk,the relaxing dance steps,the colourful custums,i just can't wait for 2007 carnival cuz all my friends are gonna be there.u really have to experience it.thanks duke

this is wonderfull. i was opportuned 2b part of 2007 edition of the carnival and waow! it was awesome. calabar is a destination during christmas and i sure wont miss this year"s edition

the pictures are really nice.i feel like crying cos have been away from home for 4 years now.cant wait to come back home.

There is no place like Calabar, and by the Grace of God, I will never miss spending my Yule Tide in there! That is just the place to be. Just to let you know, CALABAR means: Come And Live And Be At Rest! Sosongo!

i love calabar and i think there´s so much much to learn embebded in its history, norms and values-Africa to the West indies.....who´s ready to explore this hidden treasure..

I love cross river state because it has become the best state in the Niger Delta where people can come spend the Xmas holidays without fear of the dragon. The government should continue to encourage and partner this carnival. I promise to attend and participate in the carnival'2008 in Jesus name Amen. Thanks anthony ogbe, Port Harcourt, Nigeria

calabar means love and Idesire to come and spend my Xmas holiday there in Jesus name.

I love Calabar and the people for their spirit of hospitality come enjoy 2008 Christmas carnival in Calabar. Compliments To my friend Joe and iron bar members of civil defense corp for their 2007 carnival escort and protection to me and some other tourist to the state.

I love the calabar carnival and I also love the people of Calabar for their rich cultural heritage and the spirit of hospitality to all carnival guests.

what ever u do from january to november is all good but please try and make your time out this christmas and be in calabar for fun u can never regret having,trust me you won't want to spend your christmas anywhere again.TRY IT

although i've never to the carnival, i've heard lots of stories and i cant wait this year's edition.

calabar is home and a place to stay! although, have not been to the carnival before. the only time i travelled home that was when discover it. i wish to be there this year and i don't want to be told this time i want to witness it. up calabarian

HI I LOVE CALABAR

I LOVE THE IDEA OF THE CARNIVAL AND WISH OTHER STATES COULD EMULATE THIS IDEA AND I LOVE DUKE 4 INTRODUCING IT.THANKS

The serenity of Calabar environment in and after Christmas is worth commending. The people of Calabar have collectively showed that tourism is the way forward. The have made excellent effort to bring Nigerian and of course the world together at Chirtmas. They have created funs for fun lovers. I pray they will keep the train moving and exceed expectations of many.

Xperienced d carnival n it was super, 1love 2 calabar

hello i luv the site cause much is now known about my home. pls there should be proper guidance in spellings at the inscription as it this will misdirect people who are seeing for thr 1st time. anyway kudos to the craftguy. mmama isong efik nyin koro eti itie ntem edi nkpo uto.

Cross River State is indeed, the Canaanland. Calabar is the Paradise City and first Capital of Nigeria. Cross River State is the New Jerusalem. The Land of the Chosen people of God. A New Paradise, the City of God. The Natural wonders of Cross River State-Agbokim, Qua Falls, Etara Onughi Hills, Obudu Cattle Range, to mention just a few, and in addition her rich tropical rainforest, one of the most reserved ecosystem in the world all fullfilled the Scriptures that in the Canaan City is the Birthplace of The Messiah who is to salvaged mankind from all their sufferings by giving to them a Promisedland. it would be a land with bounties where The Lord Himself would be there. Where The King of kings and The Lord of lords would Shelter the Chosen. There would be no need for light of the sun in this City because the Glories of The Lamb shall brighten all the dark ends of the City. But Who is This King of Glory? Has He come to Calabar, the Canaan City? YES! How do you know Him? He shall wear a RED Garment (Gen.49:8-11;Isa.63:1-5;Rev.19:12). His followers shall put on white garments (Rev.7:1-14). And He shall be called by a New Name which ONLY The Lord God shall reveal (Isa. 62:2;Rev.2:17;3:12;19:12). This Name is NOT JESUS. For Jesus is not a NEW NAME. While you dance around carnival jubilating that Calabar is clean and green; a Paradise City. Search for The King of this City. Stop all forms of immorality and Soddomy. FEAR GOD!

NIAJA BABE FINE DIE...I LOVE THE CARNIVA

why do we pay extanal singers than we in calabar and yet we do better than them pls see into these

I must commend on the last calabar carnival 2008 which brought all the ethnic group both in cross river and other state in nigeria together as one nigeria.the idea in which Donald Duke initiated has expose a lots of people who lacks tourism concept in both nigeria and despora.well, appreciate all the good work of our dear former governor because he really turn our dear state to a mega city in west africa as a whole he really make us proud because without his concept we will still be in darkness.if i have my way i will make him a president but is quite unfortunate that nigeria has not yet embrace the true and transparent democracy if not so don would have been our president come 2007.i also appreciate the good work of mr Larry Esin who contrubuted immensely in cross river state tourism i pray God should remember him and crown with all his glory come 2010 election in akwa ibom state. thanks frm edet aduak.

Well, i really appreciate the hand work of our dear Governor in the person of Governor lyie Imoke and the our Dear exgovernor mr Donald Duke who brought from darkness to light with his fanciful and beautiful idea of turning our state to world trade and tourist centre were people from all the continent come to pay a visit. i appreciate the good work of Donald Duke may he step into the shoe of the president yar,dua come 2010.

wow! dis is rily nice i wish i was dere cause it luks lyk fun

Invitations should be extended to most Africa countries to participate in the calabar carnival like we did in FESTAC 1977 in Lagos State.

there is something about cross riverstate,i must confess it is a land that several people from many locations wants to participate wit when it comes to carny period. i really apreciate the state government and de organizers , is amazing keep up de good job. i believe this yr gonna be de bomb cheers.

plseas Ekpe does not scar poeple and demand for 20 Naira, it is the culture of the poeple, do not comment what you dont know about our culture. Thanks Eyo from Calabar

Cross River State and Lagos State have consistently thought us for sometime now that there is hope of a brighter future for the people especially the youth of this country. Our only problem is leadership.The federal government should sit up and encourage these governors to do more for the people.

when i first head about calabear

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Its fun al 2ru

WHY THE 31DAYS COMPULSORY LEAVE FOR CIVIL SERVANTS IN CALABAR DURING THE CARNIVAL?

I AM JUST CRAZILY WAIT 4 THE CALABAR CARNIVAL TO BEGIN . I THINK ITS ONE OF THE BEST XMAS CARNIVAL IN THE WORLD... Calabar, has the most hospitable atmospheres i hve ever seen.... Denzel 08069282796 danzelhoney@yahoo.com

wen is the event starting

I love calabar,the people,culture an the clean an serened enveroment.

The calabar christmass carniva l is an exellent and wonderful entertainment 4 d festive period, am so glad about it dat calabar is up nd doing and also a role model 2 other states and even countries. I so much thank d inventor, allocators and d entire government of CRS dat have made d carnival stuff a progress. God bless CRS,God bless our governor, God bless Nigeria.

Our Dear Loving Governor, for the sake of the University Student things are Difficult for us.

I think this carnival will really showcase on different varieties of the nigerian culture, and it will also help with tourist attraction, calabar is really nice and i think everyone attending this carnival will really have fun............Go Nigeria

i want to use this medium to thank the state governor for his continuity culture. the calabar carnival i think is moment in history were cross riverians set to display their rich cultural heritage and promote our tourist attraction. i wish to say a big gboza to the past governor and the present one. God bless u as u lead cross riverian to paradise.

We are a potential destination with great sites.Govt. should partner the private sector to advertise our tourism destinations better.We must hurriedly create a site that integrates advertisement of our locations, hotel reservations;airline bookings.In fact it should be a whole package that should provide comprehensive information that will guide would be tourist to the letter .I will also advice that this is not a job that government bureaucracy should be saddled with .Govt must partner the private sector in this regards. All the same you are taking the right step. Do keep it up.

In wrte to express my greatest moment watching calabar carnival of tyhis year, 2009. It is indeed the darling biggest show and the most exciting program i've ever take my time to watch. Up you! Cannan City, Calabar. Please making it real again. Bravo! to you my DARLING GOVERNOR ( Senator Dr. Lyle Imoke) and to all Cross Riverians. COMRADE CDR. ADAGOM MOSES ABUASON AREA COMMANDANT ROYAL RANGERS NIGERIA

i want the new log

I love the carnival and the people

canival in calabar cool,and xperience for everybody!!! come celebrate XMAS IN CALABAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

a well in time concept.my suggestions is that cross river state government should encourage its people to tap from this package by way of sales eg complimentory t-shirts sold to friends of neibouring states etc.but for these to be achievable there has to more spent on adverts in all states in a gracefull team and package.

we have upcoming artists, which we will like them to perform on the next calabar carnival, could you pls send me an information on how we can apply, the date, and venue? thanks

Grateful to the government and people of cross River state for the carnival vision which is making history all over the world. I say thank you and thank you very much indeed.

I THANK GOD 4 UR GOVERNOR

I LOVE..................................CALABAR

I really apreciate d entertaiment u people use to entertain strangers and entire calabar as a whole.I pray may God continue to bles u people especially u na governor liyel imoke and his wife obioma imoke. Osita 4rom edgerly 07038331459

How i Nigeria as a nation would see the need to join calabar christmas festival/carnival and make it yearly end of year celebration were all Nigerian would come together of the end of the year to celebrate beuty and tourist of our dear motherland.

our dear cross river is no doubt nigeria's dubai in terms of tourism,we must ensure that we keep this concept alive......long live cross river!

Calabar Festival & Carnival is not sweet again the present governor (Imoke my Ogar cannot arrange this.

carnival is one of the most exciting show in calabar, i always see poeple coming from other state to at tern calabar carnival i so mush love it.

Am happ. 4 d show alway very colourful and timly,but this yr i dont no how is going 2 luk lik.I heard transportation level is very very poor.Pls try and maintain ur standard i luv d big festival show,best of luck.

Nice work, but u had some spellings wrong. Ekpa is wrong it's Ekpe and Ekpo. Niria is spelt Naira. Thanks. Nija 4 life!

I LUV CALABAR

i just luv everything about carnival calabar from the dry run to the grand finale

Hello, my friends hope to see u soon @ the ground flow. mean while have some fun with friends because last year was so sweet. No matter how i came from Akwa Ibom.

I have witnessed and enjoyed calabar carnival in 2008. It was fantistic and great event. arrangements management was outstandings. I have many pics of that event I wish to be there once again. simply it was outstanding.

Fromjaz'don

hi good people of cross river state. am watching the carnival life and direct from here and bayside band rocks. wanna use this medium to say merry xmas to the following vips: edidara essien, elizabeth joshua, felix and nelson, iniobong alfred. and everybody in calabar enjoying the great moment. cross river is indeed a place to spend xmas.

The fact that the carnival was on Sunday did not hold back the excitement and the merriment that always accompany the Africa Biggest street party, this is to show that Calabar is most outstanding tourist destination in the west African region. If you didn't attain it, don't miss it next time because you are important to us.

Hello!ooooo I love Calabar and the people for their spirit of hospitality come enjoy 2009 Christmas carnival in Calabar. Compliments To my friend Johnson and Aniekan Akpan bar members of civil defense corp for their 2008 carnival escort and protection to me and some other tourist to the state.

D calabar carnival is d best that hapns evry year in Nigeria

calabar carnival is one of best in