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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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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
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Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.

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After FHA’s Court Order Violation, Festac Residents Petition Police

Despite Court Order, Festac residents petition IGP over FHA demolitions.
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Amid AI Integration, NAMA Pledges to Improve Navigational Systems

Navigational system challenges plus highlights AI's role in aviation covered by NAMA.
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Alcohol Sale Debate Sparked By New Police Act

Nigeria, civil society, media clash over alcohol ban in Nigeria Police Act.
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Simon Ekpa’s Arrest Laudable, He Should Be Extradited To Nigeria – DHQ

A Finland court arrested Simon Ekpa, a factional leader of IPOB on terrorism charges. The Defence Headquarters in Nigeria said it is satisfied and hopes to have him extradited to face justice.
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Two-Thirds of Nigerian Households Can’t Afford Healthy Food

According to a recent survey, 66.7 percent of Nigerian households cannot afford a healthy diet, and food insecurity is increasing across the country.
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Tax Reform Bills to Get National Assembly Scrutiny, Public Interest First

Experts agree on the possible pros and cons of proposed tax reform bills but Nigerians can be assured that the National Assembly will thoroughly deliberate on it in the interest of the country.
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Kano Reunites Minors with Families after #EndBadGovernance Protest

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State reunites 76 minors arrested while protesting #endbadgovernance with their families. But the governor, who said the minors would undergo rehabilitation, warned against violent protests and said education was the way forward.
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NNPCL Challenges Dangote Refinery’s Import Licence Suit

NNPCL counters Dangote Refinery’s bid to monopolize petroleum imports, arguing the suit doesn’t hold water and could be ruinous to the economy.
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Troops’ Welfare And Nigeria’s Protection My Top Priority, Acting COAS

The Lt. Gen Oluyede is rallying the Nigerian Army to remain focused in turning the tide regarding insecurity, as the handover to the Infantry Corps happens, with priority given to troop welfare and national security.
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Mali, Burkina Faso Terrorists Now Active In Northwest Niger State

The Senate on Thursday called for immediate action to arrest terrorists infiltrating from Mali-Burkina Faso to Nigeria's northwest and Niger state, stressing the need for military capacity and community engagement.
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Urging Tinubu to declare emergency on drug abuse, NDLEA

Marwa, NDLEA Chair, appeals for Tinubu to declare a drug abuse emergency over latest worrying trends.
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Prof. Gambari: Africa Must Harness Youth to Leapfrog Development

African youth should be leveraged for development in digital economy and other inclusive strategies, Prof. Gambari urges.
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CNG rollout: States race to cut transport fares before Oct. 1 as queues and N1 million conversion costs bite

Nigerian states are racing to cut transport fares through CNG before Oct. 1, but long queues and conversion costs of up to N1 million are slowing operators.
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Nigeria flood alert: 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools in 15 states at risk this week

Nigeria's hydrological agency warns that more than 8,000 communities and 4,500 schools across 15 states face flooding between Sept. 19 and 25 as rivers rise.
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Cross River police arrest vigilante over $5,000 robbery and shooting

Cross River police have arrested a vigilante member accused of shooting a villager in Etung and robbing him of $5,000; a locally made pistol was recovered.
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NAFDAC finds methanol and cannabis in Ondo drinks that killed 48 people

NAFDAC lab tests found high concentrations of methanol and cannabis in herbal concoctions blamed for 48 deaths and seven cases of blindness in Ondo State.