The Government of Cross River State has terminated the two-day off-duty for Civil/Public Servants in the state. CONVERSEER reports that Governor Bassey Otu on 8th September 2023 announced a 2-day off-duty as well as N10,000 for State Government workers for six months. The Governor said the 2-day off duty is for workers from level 13…
The Federal Government of Nigeria is cracking down on illegal mining, making dozens of arrests since April for unlicensed miners allegedly stealing lithium, a critical mineral used in batteries for electric vehicles, smartphones, and power systems. The crackdown comes as the FG seeks to regulate its mining operations, curb illegal activity, and better benefit from…
Discontent among senior citizens arose in Mondeor, a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, as the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) faced criticism for the delayed opening of a voting station. Eligible voters waiting to cast their special votes encountered frustration due to the late delivery of voting materials. The situation unfolded at the Mondeor Recreation Centre…
Governor Bassey Otu has met with all 25 members of the 10th Cross River State House of Assembly to take a final decision on the position of the Speaker. CONVERSEER reports that Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem was removed last week Wednesday by two-thirds (17 out of 25) as Speaker of the House. In a closed-door…
…says children are the future currency of any state Member representing Boki I and Chief Whip of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hilary Bisong, has said that there is no future for any nation/state that does not prioritise the safety and protection of the child. Bisong stated this on 27th May…
As Nigeria marks the 2024 Children’s Day today, 27th May, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, Representative of Cross River State at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Board, has joined in the celebrations, emphasising the crucial role of education and healthcare in shaping the future of the nation. Duke called on parents and community leaders to…
