Tommy Otobong, Author at The Nigerian Inquirer

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.

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Caverton Q4 Revenue Slides Sharply as Losses Narrow Slightly

KEY POINTS Caverton’s fourth-quarter revenue fell to 3.74 billion naira from 13.11 billion naira in Q4 2024. Net loss narrowed slightly to 7.31 billion naira, with loss per share improving. Results reflect ongoing volatility and structural pressures in offshore logistics tied to oil and...

February 2, 2026

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Ogoni Group Demands Probe Into Alleged $300m Compensation Fund

KEY POINTS Ogoni group demands investigation into alleged diversion of a 300 million dollars compensation fund meant for community development. Peaceful protest held in Bori, with calls to stop alleged illegal oil exploration in Lekuma communities. Group threatens wider protests and issues 14-day ultimatum...

February 2, 2026

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Abia Group Donates ₦100 Million for Otti’s 2027 Nomination Form

Ukwa La Ngwa leaders have donated ₦100 million to fund Governor Alex Otti’s re-election bid ahead of the 2027 Abia governorship election.

January 31, 2026

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BUA Foods Posts Sharp Profit Jump as Demand Lifts Sales

BUA Foods nearly doubled profit in 2025, as demand for staples and tight cost control lifted earnings and reinforced its position in Nigeria’s food sector.

January 30, 2026

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Vitafoam Nigeria Posts Strong Start to 2026 on Demand

Vitafoam Nigeria began 2026 with higher revenue and profit, supported by domestic demand growth, lower finance costs and a stronger balance sheet despite weaker exports.

January 30, 2026

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Linkage Assurance Revenue Rises 24 Percent on Performance

Linkage Assurance posted a 24 percent rise in insurance revenue in 2025, supported by underwriting growth, reinsurance optimisation and improved profitability across core operations.

January 30, 2026

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Senate Sets Up Panel to Harmonise Views on Electoral Bill

Nigeria’s Senate has formed a bipartisan committee to consolidate lawmakers’ views on proposed Electoral Act amendments, with a report due within 48 hours.

January 30, 2026

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Nigeria’s House Approves Tinubu’s N58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget

Nigeria’s House of Representatives has approved President Tinubu’s N58.18 trillion 2026 budget, prioritising capital expenditure, security and macroeconomic stability.

January 30, 2026

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Nigerian Business Leader Adekunle Ojora Dies at 93

Nigerian business leader Adekunle Ojora has died at 93, closing a decades-long career that shaped corporate Nigeria and post-independence enterprise.

January 29, 2026

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Tinubu Reforms Deepen Stability, Federal Unity, Bagudu Says

Nigeria’s budget minister says Tinubu’s economic reforms are improving political coordination, stabilising markets and guiding development partnerships despite short-term hardships.

January 29, 2026

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AFCON Morocco 2025 Sets Digital Records, CAF Says

AFCON Morocco 2025 set new digital benchmarks, with billions of impressions and video views driven largely by fan-created content and diaspora engagement worldwide.

January 29, 2026

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Nigeria Approves Sharp Pension Increase for NSITF Retirees

Nigeria’s pension regulator has approved a sharp increase in NSITF pensions, lifting monthly payouts and clearing years of arrears for more than 2,000 retirees.

January 29, 2026

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Nigeria Air Force Probes Civilian Deaths in Niger State

Nigeria’s Air Force is investigating reports that a military aircraft killed two civilians in Kurigi, Niger State, during an operation against bandits.

January 29, 2026

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