The states Govenor, Mr. Ayade assuring the world that the state was ready for the festival and would offer a rare hospitality to all who would attend the annual street party this year.
Mr Ayade, speaking to PT through his Special Adviser on Security, Jude Ndaji, said that proactive measures had been taken to ensure a hitch-free celebration.
Calabar Festival, is said to be the biggest
street party on the continent, kicked off on November 30 with carnival dry runs, decoration of streets and opening of the festival village. The festival was created as part of the vision and intention of making Cross River State, the number one tourist destination for Nigerians and tourists all over the world.
This carnival, which will last till December 31, has already boosted the cultural rich of Nigeria, while entertaining millions from within and outside of the country. “The state is ready for the carnival. We have adopted different approaches to ensure this year’s celebration is better than all the other carnivals we hosted.
“At this time last year, we were not facing the kind of security challenges we are having today. And so, we have adopted security measures to deal with the situation and we are sure of a hitch-free celebration.
“As we speak, all the security agencies in the state are on high alert and all the arrangements for the carnival have been concluded.
“Usually, a few embassies in the past indicated interest in the programme but this time around, 15 countries are coming and we are ready to host them and other visitors to our state,” he added.
Well presently, he said, a new band has been created with Mr. Ayade as the head, bringing the number of bands to six.
Also adding that the new band was made up of celebrities, stars and professionals whom are expected to add a new touch to the carnival.
So be prepared as ever before for the unexpected in this years festival in the beautiful city of Calabar... #winks
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