By Christian Njoku CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has urged the Cross River Government to intensify efforts toward preventing recurring fire outbreaks across the state. NEMA made the call during the distribution of relief materials to victims of recent fire incidents in parts of Calabar and Bakassi Local Government Areas. Director…
By Christian Njoku CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprise in the Niger Delta (LIFE-ND) has generated over N5 billion in Cross River in six years, the State Coordinator, Innocent Ogbin, has said. Ogbin disclosed this on Friday in Calabar during a media round table to intimate the public on the performance of the…
By Christian Njoku CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has stopped three drivers from travelling after testing positive for high alcohol levels. The FRSC also urged passengers to report reckless driving through its toll-free line, 122, to ensure safer roads during the Easter celebrations. Corps Commander Innocent Etuk, Sector Commander, Cross River…
By Our Reporter CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – In what is already generating momentum across political and socio-economic circles, Engr. Mkpang Coco-Bassey, PhD, is poised to formally declare his intention to contest for the office of Governor of Cross River State in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), unveiling a…
By Blessing Enagu CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – In fulfilment of his People’s First agenda and commitment to the people of Etung, Governor Bassey Otu, Executive Governor of Cross River State, has approved the release of the sum of ₦86 million to Etung Cocoa Estate Landlord Communities for the payment of land rent arrears from cocoa allocations…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – A husband and wife, Esther Ini Udo and Eyo Stephen Udo, have been sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for human trafficking in Calabar, Cross River State. In suit No: FHC/CA/19C/2025 between the Federal Government of Nigeria vs Esther Ini Udo and Eyo Stephen Udo, the court frowned at the…
By Itam Offor CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Cross River State House of Assembly (CRSHA) has suspended four Councillors of Akpabuyo Legislative Council for 90 days over alleged gross misconduct. The Councillors suspended are, Innocent Mbukpa, Patrick Eyo Etim, Bassey Effiom Edet and Tete Oyoyo Ubene. The House unanimously resolved that the Councillors be suspended after…
By Itam Offor CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – In its continued commitment to the welfare of the citizens, the Cross River State House of Assembly has passed the Social Protection and Investment Programme Bill 2025. The bill aims to assist and empower the poor and vulnerable in the State, while providing a permanent legal framework for social…
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…
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…
