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.

Abure Warns Dickson Over Alliance With Peter Obi

KEY POINTS • Abure cautions NDC against handing control to Obi’s supporters • Says Labour Party crisis offers lessons for Dickson • Accuses former LP beneficiaries of turning against party leadership Factional National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure, has advised Senator Seriake Dickson, leader of the...

Gunmen Abduct LG Worker, Filling Station Attendant in Ondo

KEY POINTS • Akure North council staff abducted at his home in Ilu-Abo• Gunmen also kidnap fuel station worker in Owo LGA• Police launch rescue operations as search intensifies Gunmen have abducted a staff member of Akure North Local Government Area in Ondo State, alongside a...

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