Gov. Bassey Otu. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State governor, Bassey Edet Otu, Friday, announced a comprehensive ban on illegal mining across the state following a strategic meeting with critical stakeholders in the sector. “A lot of money is being made in this sector, but some of it is being used for purposes that the…
This latest claim respectively conforms to the fears and fantasies of Russia’s foes and friends alike By Andrew Korybko SAN FRANCISCO (CONVERSEER) – The Washington Post reported that “Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target U.S. forces, officials say”, and “The targeting information has included the locations of American warships and aircraft in the Middle…
By Ekemini James It was the American poet and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson who once remarked that, “The years teach much which the days never know.” That quiet wisdom captures the moral responsibility every society bears toward those whose lives and experiences have shaped its present. In Akwa Ibom State, that responsibility is now finding…
By Christiana Ushang CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – In continued efforts to strengthen community participation in forest conservation, the Chairman of the Cross River State Forestry Commission, Ntufam, Rt. Hon. Deacon (Dr) George O’ben-Etchi, has emphasised the critical role of grassroots involvement in safeguarding forest resources. Speaking during the inauguration of the Forest Management Committee (FMC) for…
By Akanimo Kufre The inaugural day of the MTN CHAMPS Athletics Classics in Calabar, Cross River State capital, delivered exhilarating performances as athletes competed fiercely across various categories at the U.J. Esuene Stadium. A vibrant opening ceremony was held on Thursday March 5, 2026 with several dignitaries, including Cross River Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Peter…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has approved the following appointments: 1. Mr Anthony Asuquo Okon as Permanent Secretary, Audit Service Commission. 2. Mr Bassey Abam Eko as Acting Auditor-General for Local Governments, pending confirmation by the State House of Assembly. According to a statement signed…
