2017 Calabar Carnival Kicks Off With Funfair.

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Governor Ben Ayade of Cross River has inaugurated the `Calabar Municipal Garden’ which will serve as the 2017 Calabar Carnival village.
Ayade who inaugurated the garden on Friday, said that the village was chosen because it was central and accessible to residents and tourists.
The governor was represented by Dr Inyang Asibong, the State Commissioner for Health,
He said the village would serve as venue for funfair and market for Christmas shopping.
He said that adequate security measures had been taken to safeguard tourists and fun seekers at the village.
“It is to the glory of God that we have witnessed the first and second dry run of the 2017 Calabar carnival.
“I wish to declare the 2017 Calabar carnival village open to all. The 2017 carnival will be better and bigger.
“We have put in place more convenient facilities in this village that would serve the taste of our expected tourists. I wish to assure all those coming in for the carnival of adequate security.’’
He said that the Calabar carnival was the largest street party in Africa and that it was time for the world to visit Calabar for that funfair.
The governor further said that the carnival had also promoted unity and created strong relationships between the state, Nigeria, and the international community.
The 31-day festival begins on Dec. 1.
Speaking earlier, Mr Ken Aklah, the Special Adviser on Event Management to Ayade, said that shops in the village had been concessions to individuals with a view to create wealth.
“We have segment for food and drinks, recreational centre, Christmas wears and accessories, good sanitary system and tight security.
“We also have trash cans in different spots where consumed items can be disposed,’’ he said.
The major roundabouts along the carnival routes had been decorated with sparkling colours and lightnings, while shops and buildings are being painted with blue and white to reflect the state colours. (NAN) celplusmedia.blogspot.com

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