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…
Discontent among senior citizens arose in Mondeor, a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, as the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) faced criticism for the delayed opening of a voting station. Eligible voters waiting to cast their special votes encountered frustration due to the late delivery of voting materials. The situation unfolded at the Mondeor Recreation Centre…
…ranges from N40,031.11 to N622,458.1, from Level 1 to Level 18 The Cross River State Government has released the new salary structure for workers in the state following the increment of minimum wage by Governor Bassey Otu, from N30,000 to N40,000 monthly. In a Harmonised Salary Structure for Civil/Public Servants jointly signed by the Head…
Governor Bassey Otu celebrating with the children. By Anietie Akpan Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has declared total priority on the welfare and development of children in the state as the world marks the international children’s day celebration. He assured children in the state of his administration’s commitment to develop and drive…
Governor Bassey Otu has met with all 25 members of the 10th Cross River State House of Assembly to take a final decision on the position of the Speaker. CONVERSEER reports that Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem was removed last week Wednesday by two-thirds (17 out of 25) as Speaker of the House. In a closed-door…
