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Obong of Calabar: Biography, Career and Royal Legacy
Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V is widely known as the Obong of Calabar, the traditional monarch of the Efik people. His biography connects a career in telecommunications with the cultural leadership of one of Nigeria’s historic royal institutions.
GNA Writes · 5 March 2026
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Calabar: Biography, History and Its Cultural Heritage
Calabar, the capital of Nigeria's Cross River State, is a river city shaped by trade, Efik culture and colonial history. Its heritage combines difficult memories of the Atlantic slave trade with enduring traditions of food, festivals and community life.
GNA Writes · 7 January 2026
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Cross River State: Biography, History and Culture
Cross River State is known for its rainforest landscapes, cultural diversity and historic capital, Calabar. Its story connects regional trade, colonial administration, agriculture and some of Nigeria’s most distinctive tourism destinations.
GNA Writes · 19 July 2026