Cross River youths hail Otu, Odey on developmental projects

Cross River youths hail Otu, Odey on developmental projects

By Frank Ulom OGOJA (CONVERSEER) – Cross River State youths have commended Governor Bassey Otu and his deputy, Rt. Hon. Peter Odey, for what they described as people-centred developmental projects being implemented across the state, particularly in the northern senatorial district. The commendation came during an enlarged interactive session held with the Deputy Governor in…

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Cross River Forestry Commission orders withdrawal of unauthorised passes

Cross River Forestry Commission orders withdrawal of unauthorised passes

By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Cross River State Forestry Commission has ordered the immediate withdrawal of all unauthorised evacuation passes in line with a directive from Governor Bassey Otu to restore order in the sector. In a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Mrs Bassey Onoyom Bassey, on Tuesday, 2nd…

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Soldiers can resign anytime, 15-year compulsory service policy unconstitutional – Court rules

Soldiers can resign anytime, 15-year compulsory service policy unconstitutional – Court rules

By Joe Udo ABUJA (CONVERSEER) – The National Industrial Court sitting in Abuja has declared unconstitutional the long-standing policy that compels military personnel to serve for a minimum of 15 years before being allowed to resign, stating that soldiers can resign anytime they want. The ruling was delivered on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025, by Justice…

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Governor Okpebholo commissions 300 motorbikes to beef up security

Governor Okpebholo commissions 300 motorbikes to beef up security

By Joe Udo BENIN CITY (CONVERSEER) – Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has commissioned over 300 motorbikes for security agencies operating across the state. The motorcycles, which will be deployed across the three senatorial districts, are expected to enhance security patrols and help operatives access remote and forest areas where criminals often take refuge. The…

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