Carnival Calabar 2025: Revitalizing Tourism and Socio-Economic Recovery in Cross River State
The 2025 Carnival Calabar, led by Gabe Onah of the Cross River State Carnival Commission, is set to symbolize the state's socio-economic recovery post the global shutdown in 2020. Governor Ben Ayade's focus on people-first policies has revitalized the city's atmosphere, with a palpable shift towards cultural and creative arts significance.
The event's 20th anniversary highlights the state's commitment to tourism as an economic pillar, with a vision for sustainable development and peace. The carnival's role as a tool for socio-economic progress and cultural unity is emphasized, aiming to position Cross River State as a tourism hub.
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