Tommy Otobong

Otobong Tommy is a violinist, writer, and teacher. With a BSc. in public administration (2014) from Babcock University, Ogun State, Nigeria, she has previously worked at Ventures Africa, NAEC, The Eagles Music Academy, and currently at L'Orbe, a non-profit where she is co-founder, managing the music room targeted at children and teenagers. She also enjoys exploring design and content creation.

Dangote and Benedict Peters Emerge as Biggest Winners of Hormuz Crisis

KEY POINTS The Hormuz crisis has tightened global oil supply, increasing demand for Nigerian crude and refined products. Dangote Refinery and Aiteo, led by Aliko Dangote and Benedict Peters, are emerging as major beneficiaries of the shift. Nigeria’s production gains are being undermined by...

Omo-Agege Dumps APC, Joins NDC for 2027 Senate Race

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