By Our Reporter Senator Jimoh Ibrahim has instituted a N50bn lawsuit against The Punch and columnist Sonala Olumhense over what he described as the alleged misrepresentation of court judgments involving him. Ibrahim, through his counsel, Adeniyi Akintola (SAN), said legal proceedings against the newspaper and the journalist would commence on Monday, March 16, 2026. The…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) VICTORY has handed over two suspected naval impersonators to the Nigeria Police Force State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Calabar, Cross River State, for further investigation and possible prosecution. According to a statement issued on Sunday by Lt. Cdr. Suleiman Bala, the suspects, Mr…
Man of the Match, Charles Etim (right), receiving his award from the Ibom Air official.. By Akanimo Kufre Akwa United FC secured a 4-point lead in the Nigeria National League (NNL) table after defeating Sporting Lagos 1-0 on Sunday. Akwa United Coach, Paul Offor expressed relief at maintaining his position above his former team, Sporting…
ADC chieftain in the state, Austine Ibok. By Anietie Akpan The African Democratic Congress (ADC( Coalition Movement in Cross River state has condemned recent attack on the coalition’s political gathering in Bakassi saying, violence and intimidation will not silence the coalition. One of the leaders of ADC in the state, Mr. Austine Ibok in a…
By Archibong Emmanuel CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – As the World celebrates International Consumer Rights Day on March 15, 2026, a cleric, Apostle Emmanuel E. Ekpo, has admonished Christians to imbibe the Golden Rule in their dealing with fellow individuals in every sphere of life. Apostle Ekpo gave the charge in his message at the sendforth and…
By Odey Ojeka UGEP (CONVERSEER) – Ugep Mr Leboku Ewii-Ephraim Okoi attended the unveiling of the renovated ‘Ikom Urban Development Roundabout’ on March 14, 2025. The event was spearheaded by Hunter Ejame Ayiba and the Queen of Bachebeja 2025. In a post on his Facebook page, the Ugep Mr Leboku described the event as “truly…
By Odey Ojeka UGEP (CONVERSEER) – Hon. Yibala Igri Inyang, Executive Chairman of Yakurr Local Government Council, has congratulated the newly inaugurated All Progressives Congress (APC) Chapter and Ward Executives in Yakurr. Mr Edet Effah has been named Chapter Chairman of Yakurr, leading the 13 Ward Chairmen in the LGA. In his congratulatory message, Hon….
By Etim Etim We are now in the third week of the war in the Middle East, and the Nigerian economy is in trouble once again. Petrol prices are up 50% from levels in early February with attendant price increases in many markets. Food, transportation and many consumer products are experiencing sharp price jumps, upending…
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim By Wale Obanigba. The appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations marks an important moment in the country’s diplomatic engagement on the global stage. A seasoned businessman, legal scholar, and politician, Ibrahim brings a blend of intellectual depth, international exposure, and legislative experience that positions him strongly…
By Magnus Effiong A frontline women leader in Cross River and a prominent voice in Efik kingdom, Obonganwan Barbara James has decried a reported physical assault on members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Bakassi at the weekend during a party event allegedly orchestrated by members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In…
