OPINION By Gabriel Njoku A citadel of learning and a leading African financial institution rolled out the drums Saturday in separate celebrations to mark this year’s International Africa Day. At the University of Uyo, the celebrations were full of pomp and pageantry. There were speeches, songs, dances and theatre. The colourful event was attended by…
By Agba Jalingo Cross River State turned 57 years old yesterday, 27th May 2024, after its creation from the South Eastern region along with 11 others by the then General Yakubu Gowon regime. The State capital, Calabar also doubles as the first capital of Nigeria from 1900-1906. With an arable landmass of 23,074km², Cross River…
Nigerian controversial influencer, Uche Maduagwu, has called out fellow actor, Yul Edochie; saying he wasn’t ordained by God. Edochie recently ‘answered God’s call’ and established a church but Mr Red Bra believes he is doing it at his own calling. In a recent podcast session with Rommi Royal Media, Uche Maduagwu believes Edochie has no…
…dedicates tribunal victory to Kogi people Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has hailed the decision of the Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal which upheld his election as the duly elected Governor of the state. In an interview with Journalists in Abuja on Monday, Governor Ododo dedicated the victory at the tribunal to the…
Today, Tuesday, 28th May 2024, CONVERSEER brings to you the latest newspaper headlines from across Nigeria and the world. *PUNCH* LP sacks Edo exco, raises 17-man caretaker committee ICYMI: Troubling dreams about Nigeria made us relocate to US — Pastor Sam Adeyemi AGF wrong to join Lagos in LG funds suit — Sanwo-Olu FG announces…
By Victor Okebunmi The Federal Government’s recent lawsuit against all 36 state governments for failing to grant local governments autonomy reveals a deeper issue in Nigeria’s political landscape. State governments’ resistance to local government autonomy stems from a fear of losing power and resources if local governments become more independent. It is puzzling that state…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, 23rd May 2024, re-arraigned the former Director-General of Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN), Bature Umar Masari on an amended 22-count charge of alleged money laundering before Justice O.A Egwuatu of the Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja. Masari’s arraignment was sequel…
The Government of Cross River State has terminated the two-day off-duty for Civil/Public Servants in the state. CONVERSEER reports that Governor Bassey Otu on 8th September 2023 announced a 2-day off-duty as well as N10,000 for State Government workers for six months. The Governor said the 2-day off duty is for workers from level 13…
The introduction of the world’s newest currency in April inspired a reggae artist to record a song praising the ZiG, or Zimbabwe Gold. The catchy tune, titled “Zig Mari,” received generous play on state television and radio. The musician, Ras Caleb, received a car and $2,000 — ironically paid in greenbacks, not the new ZiGs…
The Federal Government of Nigeria is cracking down on illegal mining, making dozens of arrests since April for unlicensed miners allegedly stealing lithium, a critical mineral used in batteries for electric vehicles, smartphones, and power systems. The crackdown comes as the FG seeks to regulate its mining operations, curb illegal activity, and better benefit from…
