Archibong-Doukouré, Seeks Support for Women-Led Businesses as Nigeria Risks Missing Out of AfCFTA

Archibong-Doukouré, Seeks Support for Women-Led Businesses as Nigeria Risks Missing Out of AfCFTA

Founder, WLCA, Amanda Archibong-Doukouré during her presentation at the meeting. By Anietie Akpan Nigeria risks missing out on key economic opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) if urgent steps are not taken to support women-led climate businesses, stakeholders have warned. The warning was stated by the Founder of Women Leading Climate Action…

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Emmanuel Irom’s achievements in banking, agriculture and empowerment

Emmanuel Irom’s achievements in banking, agriculture and empowerment

Irom Emmanuel James has emerged as a notable figure in Nigeria’s microfinance banking, agriculture and grassroots empowerment, with a career defined by institutional reforms, capital mobilisation and sustained community interventions. From his entry into the banking sector in 2014 as an Information Technology specialist, Irom rose through the ranks to become a Managing Director, leading…

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Bekwarra cries out: “Is this neglect?” – Chairman appeals for calm amidst protests

Bekwarra cries out: “Is this neglect?” – Chairman appeals for calm amidst protests

By Odey Ojeka ABUOCHICHE (CONVERSEER) – The Executive Chairman of Bekwarra Local Government Area, Hon. Egbung Odama Egbung, has issued a heartfelt appeal for calm following protests over the deplorable state of the federal highway in the area. The chairman acknowledged the citizens’ frustration, commending their peaceful desire for a better Bekwarra. Protesters carried placards…

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Meet Emmanuel Irom, seasoned banker & agric investor championing sustainable devt in Cross River, Nigeria

Meet Emmanuel Irom, seasoned banker & agric investor championing sustainable devt in Cross River, Nigeria

By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – A seasoned banker, agricultural investor and management consultant, Emmanuel James Irom has outlined his journey across finance and farming, while offering insights into youth development, economic growth and community impact. In this exclusive interview with Converseer on Tuesday, he spoke on his achievements, ongoing projects and vision for sustainable…

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