By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – High Chief Higgins Peters has continued his support for traditional institutions in Cross River North Senatorial District with the payment of stipends to clan heads and paramount rulers across the region. The latest disbursement covers three months—February, March, and April—and was paid to 120 clan heads and five paramount…
Dr. Betta Edu. By Anietie Akpan Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Edu has called for greater empowerment of women, support for vulnerable as the world cebrates the International Women’s Day. In a statement dated March 8, signed by her, Edu said, “I joined the Mother of the Nation, Her Excellency…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu By Anietie Akpan The Ooni of Ife, Senate President, the Ogun State Governor,Olu of Warri and other prominent leaders in Nigeria and beyond have lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Senator Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, describing the choice as timely, strategic, and well-deserved. In…
Governor Bassey Edet Otu The Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Edet Otu, has paid glowing tribute to the women of the state as the world commemorates International Women’s Day, applauding their resilience, enterprise and invaluable contributions to the state’s social and economic development. In a message issued by his Chief Press Secretary and Special…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, tributes have been paid to Utibe Abasi Orok Bassey Duke, Special Assistant to Governor Bassey Otu on Gender Mainstreaming, for her contributions to women’s empowerment, youth mobilisation, and social advocacy in Cross River State. In a goodwill message issued to commemorate…
