By Mo Isa President Bola Tinubu has approved the reconstitution and amended structure of the Governing Board of the FGN Power Company, which is tasked with implementing the accelerated performance agreement with Siemens Energy. The development, CONVERSEER learned was in furtherance of his landmark effort to achieve the full end-to-end modernisation of the nation’s electric…
By Frank Ulom President Tinubu has suspended the Managing Director/CEO of the Rural Electrification Agency, REA, Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, alongside three Executive Directors of the Agency, from office indefinitely. Their suspension, CONVERSEER learned was in the light of new findings unearthed during a comprehensive investigation into the financial activities of the agency. The three others…
By Ukorebi Esien Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State made a significant governance decision that will be remembered as a pivotal moment. Governor Otu, known for his sophistication and pragmatism, took his time to announce appointments for various vacant offices in the state. Those familiar with him understood that he was diligently selecting…
By Frank Ulom Governor Bassey Otu has appointed 21 persons into four Cross River State Urban Development Authorities, namely, Ikom, Ugep, Obudu and Ogoja. This was contained in a press release with reference number: “Our Ref: GO/PRESS/014/VOL.IV/45”, signed by Mr Emmanuel Ogbeche, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, on Wednesday, 6 March 2024. According to…
By Our Reporter A group, Coalition Against Illegal Lodging and Mining Activities in Cross River State of Nigeria, CAILAMA-CRS has raised concern over Lawyer’s petition against member, Prince Odey Oyama for questioning the presence of uncertified Chinese Nationals in Effi, Okuni community in Ikom Local Government Area of the state. In a lawsuit document made…
By Victor Inyang NVI International Consult Limited has fervently supported the revival of the Tinapa Free Trade Zone, envisioning numerous advantages for Cross Riverians and Nigeria. Economic Growth Positioned strategically in Calabar, Tinapa Free Trade Zone holds promise as a catalyst for economic prosperity. Its appeal to both foreign and local investments is poised to…
