Archives Tag: Calabar
March Events To Mark On Your Calendar
April 19, 2022
The month has only just begun and they’re a line-up of events around town. We’ve made you a list of events you don’t want to miss in March. Rebeca Omordia LIVE in Concert Romanian-Nigerian London-based virtuoso pianist, Rebeca Omordia, is billed to perform at the Agip Recital Hall, Muson Centre on March 4 and March … Continue reading March Events To Mark On Your Calendar
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6 Top Cities to Spend Your Christmas in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The highly celebrated festive season, Christmas, is here again. The season that’s characterized by special bonding time for families and lovers, as well as fun get together with friends. During a celebratory break like this, the environment you spend such precious moments matters a lot as it adds to making the occasion an unforgettable experience. … Continue reading 6 Top Cities to Spend Your Christmas in Nigeria
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Cross-River State discovers new hot, cold water site
April 19, 2022
Another tourist center has been discovered in Cross-river State. This will hopefully cause people from all walks of life to go there in amass. Obol Ofem Ubana Eteng, the Obol Opol of Ugepa and paramount ruler of Yakurr, annouced that a hunter in Cross-River has discovered a hot-cold-water stream in Ugep as the newest tourist … Continue reading Cross-River State discovers new hot, cold water site
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Nigeria Will Experience A Partial Solar Eclipse On Sunday, February 26, 2017
April 19, 2022
On the evening of Sunday February 26, the skies over most of Nigeria will be noticeably darker than usual. This will be the result of a partial eclipse, which is expected to unfold just before sunset, according to the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA). Dr. Felix Ale, Head of Media and Corporate Communication … Continue reading Nigeria Will Experience A Partial Solar Eclipse On Sunday, February 26, 2017
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Calabar Festival and What to Expect
April 19, 2022
Over the years, I have watched the Calabar festival on television without understanding it perfectly. I had to look closely and study and now I believe I know enough to prepare your hearts for the 2016 event. The month of December is usually a fun one in Cross River State because of the numerous tourist … Continue reading Calabar Festival and What to Expect
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Calabar Could Become Nigeria’s First Smart City
April 19, 2022
The Cross River State Government has clinched a deal with Chinese technology company Huawei to transform Calabar, the state capital, into a smart city. A Memorandum of Understanding signed by the parties provides the basis for a project that would avail the city’s residents of a cloud-based data service which could set Cross River State … Continue reading Calabar Could Become Nigeria’s First Smart City
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Nigeria Today: Top 5 News Stories, Wednesday, Nov 23rd, 2016
April 19, 2022
1. Beginning from December 1, 2016, taxpayers will receive their withholding tax certificate in their emails within one week of payment, Mr. Babatunde Fowler of Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has said. 2. The Cross River State government has signed a contract with Huawei Technology of China to make Calabar Nigeria’s first digital city. 3. … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 5 News Stories, Wednesday, Nov 23rd, 2016
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South Korean Firm to Build 550 Megawatt Power Plant in Cross River State
April 19, 2022
A gas-fired power station with the potential to supply 550 megawatts of electricity is on the cards for Cross River State. The South Korean firm, Kingline Integrated Power Development Limited, plans to build a power generating facility in the southern state, which upon completion, could go some way to reducing the immense energy supply gap the … Continue reading South Korean Firm to Build 550 Megawatt Power Plant in Cross River State
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7 Unforgettable Places to Visit in Nigeria on Independence Day
April 19, 2022
You’re familiar the wise saying: “Fail to plan and plan to fail,” right? It’s a statement we have heard time and time again from as far back as our childhood. Now, let’s apply this same principle to the Independence Day celebration coming up tomorrow. Imagine watching this highly anticipated holiday pass you by, all because you … Continue reading 7 Unforgettable Places to Visit in Nigeria on Independence Day
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Calabar: The Perfect Destination for Your Easter Holiday
April 19, 2022
Easter is one of the most festive events among Christians worldwide. It commemorates Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, as believed by Christians. This year’s Easter falls on the first weekend in the month of April as Easter Sunday is on Sunday, April 5, 2015. One thing out of many things Nigerians do a lot at … Continue reading Calabar: The Perfect Destination for Your Easter Holiday
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#ThrowbackThursday: 5 Facts You Should Know About the Efik People
April 19, 2022
Have you ever visited Cross River State in Nigeria? If not, you should do so soon because the state is filled with diverse ethnic groups, beautiful places and amazing people. Today, we’ll be taking a trip down memory lane to understand one of the ethnic groups in this beautiful state, the Efiks. The Efiks are one of … Continue reading #ThrowbackThursday: 5 Facts You Should Know About the Efik People
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Nigeria to Play Rwanda in Calabar
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced that the 2015 AFCON qualifier between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and their Rwandan opponents will take place at the U.J. Esuene Stadium in Calabar on Saturday, September 6. Calabar has played host to a number of Super Eagles’ friendly and competitive fixtures in the recent past … Continue reading Nigeria to Play Rwanda in Calabar
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Vacation Destination: Tinapa
April 19, 2022
August rush is here. All we talk about now is vacations. Tired of flying beyond the borders and shores of your fatherland? Want to eliminate the huge monetary costs, long stretch of travel across time zones and the stress that accompanies vacationing in far off lands? Worry not; dust off your shoulders and … Continue reading Vacation Destination: Tinapa
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MTN To Build N1 Billion Cable Duct Infrastructure in Calabar
April 19, 2022
The Cross River State Government has signed an agreement with MTN Nigeria to provide 115km of telecommunications cable duct infrastructure for Calabar, from Tinapa to Anantigha. The project, when completed in six to nine months, would provide complete access to broadband infrastructure for all residents of Calabar making it the most wired city in Nigeria … Continue reading MTN To Build N1 Billion Cable Duct Infrastructure in Calabar
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Aviation BUSINESS Tourism Travel
Aero Offers N10, 000 Fares on All Domestic Routes
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s leading regional and domestic carrier, Aero Contractors, yesterday announced its offer of a promotional fare of 10,000 Naira for flights on all domestic routes when booked online from May 14, 2013 to May 31, 2013. This offer is available only when you book ahead and pay online at www.flyaero.com. This special offer is in a bid … Continue reading Aero Offers N10, 000 Fares on All Domestic Routes
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