First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu Dr. Betta Edu, has joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as she marks her 65th birthday. In her goodwill message, Dr. Edu described the First Lady as “an epitome of grace, compassion, and kindness, especially towards the downtrodden.” She noted…
By Asuquo Cletus The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Cross River State Council, has hosted the 5th edition of the Beatrice Bassey Ita Best Investigative Journalist Award honouring reporters for excellence and courage in investigative journalism. The award, which made a return after 14 years, was instituted in the seventies by a prolific veteran journalist,…
By Princewill Kingston Hosting the African Sub-Sovereign Government Network (AfSNET) summit in Cross River state in which about 40 to 70 sub-sovereign leaders across Africa will converge with their business delegations, investors, and policy experts, would bring enormous economic benefits to the State, Governor Bassey Otu has stated. PillarToday learnt that AfSNET Conference is Africa’s…
Today, we celebrate a remarkable individual who has dedicated his life to advancing the nursing profession and healthcare system in Cross River State. Coco-Bassey Esu, a distinguished nurse leader and Special Assistant to the Governor on Nursing, marks another year of life, service, and commitment to improving the lives of others. Born into the family…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) President, Alhassan Yahaya, has intensified drive to improve the welfare of media professionals by prioritising health insurance coverage for members across the country. Speaking at an interactive session with journalists in Calabar, Cross River State, on Saturday, Yahaya reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring…
By Joe Udo JUBA (CONVERSEER) – The family of Captain Luka Gathok Nyuon has alleged denial of ritual rites by the authorities. Converseer learned that Captain Nyuon, a close bodyguard of suspended FVP Dr Riek Machar, died in military detention in Juba. His family said they were informed Thursday morning but were not allowed to…
2025 Kenya Police recruitment requirements Basic Eligibility Citizenship: Must be a Kenyan citizen ID: Must hold a valid Kenyan National Identity Card Age: Between 18 and 28 years old Academic Qualifications KCSE Grade: Minimum of D+ (plus) overall Languages: At least a D (plain) in English or Kiswahili Physical & Medical Fitness Must be physically…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), in partnership with Senator Princess Florence Ita-Giwa, has concluded plans to establish the Beatrice Bassey Ita Tourist Media Centre and Memorial Foundation in Calabar, in honour of the late veteran journalist, broadcaster, and media icon, Mrs Beatrice Bassey Ita. The initiative is designed…
…as NYCN launches transport scheme By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Cross River State Chapter, on Wednesday, 17th September 2025, held its maiden Cross River Youth Convergence with the theme: “Driving Productivity and Youth Inclusion Through Strategic Partnerships in Cross River State.” The event, which drew the largest…
L to R, NUJ Vice Chairman, CRS Council, Sunday Inah, NAWOJ Chairman, CRS, Mrs. Rekpene Uket; National President NAWOJ, Hajiya Aisha Ibrahim; National President NUJ,, Hassan Yahaya; NUJ Chairman CRS, Comrade Archibong Bassey; NUJ Vice President Zone F, Mr. Dokubo Opaka; Chairman Award Planning Committee, Comrade Anietie Akpan yand Award Committee member, Comrade Reginald Ernest…
