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- biography
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
- politics
Peter Obi Convoy Attacked in Calabar After Palace Visit: Full Video.
Political tension erupted in Cross River State on Wednesday afternoon when armed hoodlums ambushed campaign vehicles near Watt Market Roundabout. The violent disruption occurred shortly after the presidential candidate departed the historic palace of the Obong of Calabar, raising urgent questions about campaign security ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Global News Arena · 4 November 2026
- fashion
Studio Imo Lagos Fashion Week: Crochet Reimagined
Studio Imo brought contemporary crochet, collaborative craftsmanship and expressive knitwear to Lagos Fashion Week 2026 with Clan, a collection developed alongside 21 Wool Street and Crochet Nigeria. The presentation explored how traditional hand techniques can shape modern silhouettes through texture, colour and movement.
Global News Arena Writer · 30 October 2026
- biography
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