Calabar, Nigeria – The Commissioner of Police in Cross River State, CP Gryogon Augustine Grimah, has split the popular Anti Cultism and Kidnapping Squad (Dragon Squad) from a single unit into two. Converseer reports Dragon Squad (Anti Cultism and Kidnapping) is now two entities of Anti-Cultism (De Hunters) led by CSP Obinna Ama with it…
Lagos, Nigeria – The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed deep concern over the arrest of prominent lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi on allegations of libel, alongside reports of the invasion of his law firm and harassment of its lawyers and staff. The association described these actions as a disturbing violation of the rule of…
Bakassi, Nigeria – The third edition of the Bakassi International Fish Festival began with a symbolic friendly football match between Nigeria and Cameroon, setting the tone for a celebration of unity, culture, and collaboration. The match, held at Ikang Football Field in Ikang Town, Bakassi LGA of Cross River State, brought together young talents from…
By Benedict Okache Calabar, Nigeria – The Cross River State Government has launched the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Week Emblem Appeal Fund. The launching was made on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the Main Bowl of the State Cultural Centre Complex, Calabar. A statement earlier released by the State Commissioner for Social Welfare and Community…
Calabar, Nigeria – President of the Senate, Sen. Godswill Akpabio would serve as the lead ambassador for the 50th anniversary of the University of Calabar, (UNICAL) which would be celebrated in March 2025. This was disclosed in Calabar during the presentation of the UNICAL at 50 anniversary flag to the institution’s Pro-Chancellor, DIG Udom Ekpoudom…
Ugep, Cross River – The Executive Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Area, Hon. Inyang Yibala lgri, has approved 53 appointments to kick-start his administration. Converseer reports that this is the first and major appointment made by the Chairman since he was sworn in in November this year. The appointments, which were in batches, are expected…
