By Christian Njoku BAKASSI (NAN, CONVERSEER) – A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has disclosed that introducing Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) was no solution to Nigeria’s food insecurity. This was disclosed by Ms Joyce Brown, HOMEF’s Director of Programmes, on Thursday during a one-day practical agroecology training for farmers, with the…
By Odey Ojeka UGEP (CONVERSEER) – In a significant cultural event, Ofem Ebri Eteng a.k.a Kunta from Ugom Ijiman Ugep has been identified as the new Ebinyang or Opalapala, the chief priest of Ugep. This follows the passing of the former Ebinyang, who hailed from Ijom Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State….
By Nsan Neji CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Government of Cross River State has closed 36 schools deemed illegal to operate due to their inability to meet basic educational standards, and unapproval by the government. The enforcement exercise is being carried out by a Taskforce set up by the State Ministry of Education. The Taskforce, inaugurated…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Governor Bassey Otu has unveiled the Cross River Social Investment Programme (CRSIP) to deepen his People-Oriented administration across the state. The unveiling was made during the 12th meeting of the Cross River State Executive Council, which took place on Monday, 20th October 2025, at the State Executive Council Chambers,…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – The Government of Cross River State has concluded plans to build two flyovers in Calabar, the state capital. They include, one at Mobil by MCC and the other at Effio-Ette Junction. This was part of the resolutions of the 12th meeting of the State’s Executive Council (EXCO) held on…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Governor Bassey Otu has approved the appointment of five individuals into the Cross River State Property Development and Investment Limited (CROSPIL) Board. This was contained in a statement by Linus Obogo, Chief Press Secretary/Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor, on Tuesday, 21st October 2025. According to…
By Frank Ulom EKORI (CONVERSEER) – A 46-year-old man, Etim Obol Etim, has been declared wanted for allegedly raping a 6-year-old girl in Cross River State. According to Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), a non-profit organisation working to promote and protect the fundamental rights of children and indigent women, Etim who is currently on the…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Cross River State-born veteran Nollywood actor, Effiom Effanga, is dead. He died on Monday, 20th October 2025. Though the cause of his death is yet to be ascertained. However, Aniebiet Udofia, a script writer, movie producer, actor and CEO of AfriKstars Production House, confirmed the news. “Effiom Effanga pick…
By Our Reporter CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has signed into law two pivotal bills passed by the State House of Assembly, namely, the College of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Obubra (Amendment) Bill, 2025 and the Cross River State Office of the Surveyor-General Bill, 2025, marking another milestone in his…
By Frank Ulom CALABAR (CONVERSEER) – Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has received commendation from the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Cross River State Chapter, for his inclusive governance and fulfilment of promises to both indigenes and non-indigenes in the state. The commendation was made on Sunday in Calabar by the Cross River State President of…
