Converseer is an independent Nigerian online newspaper founded in April 2022 and published by Paradise Media Venture in Calabar, Cross River State. It focuses on public‑interest reporting across politics, business, education, health, security, environment, sports and culture, with a strong local beat in Cross River. The newsroom’s stated purpose is to bridge the information and conversation gap between citizens and government, and its editors emphasize accountability‑driven reporting. Converseer’s coverage ranges from state policy and civic notices to court reports and market updates, often providing practical information for residents. Recent examples include updates on school resumption dates, civil‑service postings and payments to ad hoc staff, and reporting on the environmental toll of flooding on women farmers. The outlet also covers national business developments such as regulatory actions on the Nigerian Exchange. Led by editor‑in‑chief Frank Ulom and a roster of reporters, columnists and analysts, Converseer publishes regularly and foregrounds independence from government and private interests. Its audience includes communities in Cross River State and Nigerians seeking reliable local reporting that connects grassroots concerns with wider national conversations. By maintaining a steady stream of verified, on‑the‑ground news and civic updates, Converseer has become a reference point for developments in Cross River State while contributing to Nigeria’s broader news ecosystem.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Calabar, Nigeria
Year the organization started publishing:
2022
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Sports
Entertainment and culture
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Social media platforms
Podcast

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
21,000
Twitter number of followers:
3,057
Instagram number of followers:
206
YouTube number of followers:
2,540
Tiktok number of followers:
149

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Frank Ulom
Directors:
Joseph Udo - News Editor

Team

Full-time employees:
4
Part-time employees:
2
Freelancers or consultants:
2
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit

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