By Ovat Lawrence OBUBRA (CONVERSEER) – In a sustained demonstration of compassion and people-focused leadership, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Irrigation Development, Hon. Johnson Andiambey Ebokpo, KSM, has awarded bursaries to 250 students across various tertiary institutions under the second edition of the Johnson Ebokpo Bursary Scheme. The empowerment programme, held over the weekend in…
By Ita Williams The College of Health Technology, Calabar has held its 19th matriculation ceremony in what management described as a period of ‘remarkable growth, new challenges, and renewed commitment to quality healthcare training.’ The event which took place at the College main campus at Mary Slessor Avenue on Wednesday, 4th December, saw a fresh…
By Ita Williams The Obong of Calabar, His Eminence Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, has formally declared the 14th edition of Utomo Obong, scheduled for Saturday, December 20, open with a proclamation at his Efanga Nsa Palace. The proclamation, which was done on Monday, December 15, 2035, marks the commencement of activities for a…
By Sam Akpe Two and a half emotional outbursts are likely to erupt anytime Farouk Bello Bunza is hurt. First, his voice will rise in protest. Second, his facial expression will experience a contortion. Third, which is in half, because it hardly happens: he may bang the table—just to make a point or emphasise a frustration. We all do! The three reactions were on display the last time I met Farouk—a…
By Sam Akpe The long-drawn legal combat between an indigenous firm, Zomay Marine and Logistics Limited and Sterling Bank, over a highly disputed debt case, has finally been settled out of court, the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, has confirmed. Both parties are said to have resolved all issues peacefully and have equally expressed readiness and mutual commitment to exploring future business opportunities together. Each party in…
