American female rapper Nicki Minaj is said to be among the International
acts to perform at this year’s edition of the Africa’s biggest street
party, Calabar Carnival.News reaching us say the “Young Money” artiste will pocket $200, 000 USD for her appearance at the event.
Calabar Carnival festival in Nigeria, was created as part of the vision of making the Cross River State in Nigeria, the number one tourist destination for Nigerians and tourist all over the world. The carnival which begin
on every 1st of December and last till 31st December has boosted the
cultural mosaic of Nigeria people while entertaining the millions of
spectators within and outside the State, and boosting industry for all stakeholders.The Calabar Carnival has come a long way..it all started 2004, when the
governor of Cross River State, Mr Donald Duke had a vision of making his
state the hub for tourism and hospitality in Nigerian and in Africa. The Carnival presents a perfect platform from brand visibility for consumer and market awareness. Recently, Cross River State and Calabar has become the pride of Nigeria or Africa as far as tourism,carnivals and hospitality is concerned.
The event has hosted top Nigeria
musicians, Nolly-wood Actors, Politicians and international artists.
Over the last 4 years international artists like, the late Lucky Dube,
Akon,Joe,young jeezy,fat joe,Nelly,Kirth Franklin and many more has thrilled the large crowd of Nigerians and tourist from outside the country.
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