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…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Local Government pensioners in Cross River State have threatened to embark on a statewide protest over what they described as persistent neglect, unpaid entitlements and delayed pensions by the state government. The threat was made on Thursday during a press conference in Calabar by the State Chairman of the…
By Dianabasi Effiong President Bola Tinubu announced on Thursday, the successful conclusion of a historic settlement agreement between the Federal Government of Nigeria, ENI, and Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAEL). This was made known by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy). According to Onanuga, the announcement was made at the meeting…
