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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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Momodu: zoning debate will hand Tinubu 2027 win

Veteran journalist Dele Momodu warns that the opposition's zoning debate could split its base and hand President Tinubu a second term in 2027.
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Ibrahim orders Nigerian Mission to bank with UBA

UN Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim has ordered Nigeria's Permanent Mission in New York to open a UBA account within seven days, ending a 42-year banking gap.

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World Bank approves $500m for Nigeria smallholder farmers

The World Bank has approved $500 million in Nigeria agriculture funding through its International Development Association arm, backing the AGROW project to boost smallholder productivity, strengthen market linkages and improve food security.
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Detained Nigeria coup officers’ families protest at NASS

Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged Nigeria coup plot staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly on Wednesday, demanding a speedy trial or the release of their loved ones.
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CBN closes bank recapitalization with N4.65trn fresh capital

The Central Bank of Nigeria has concluded the Nigeria bank recapitalization programme, with 33 deposit money banks raising a combined N4.65 trillion in fresh capital over 24 months.
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Nigeria pension industry forms consortium to fund infrastructure

Nigeria's pension industry is forming an investment consortium to unlock pension infrastructure investment at national scale, PenCom Director General Omolola Oloworaran announced Wednesday in Lagos.
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Demand surges as Nigeria’s March bond auction oversubscribes

Nigeria's March FGN bond auction drew N931.5 billion in bids against a N750 billion offer, a 4.28 percent oversubscription.
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Nigeria’s oil exploration plunges 45 percent in February

Nigeria's oil exploration contracted sharply in February 2026, with active rigs falling 45 percent to 22 from 40 in January.
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Nigeria brings home 1,230 citizens stranded in Niger

Nigeria's Federal Government brought home 1,230 stranded citizens from Niger in March 2026, completing the evacuation in two airlifts.
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OO Poly Aba launches EdTech and anti-drug drive

Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic Aba plans to introduce Educational Technology courses and partner with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency to curb student substance abuse, Rector Christopher Okoro Kalu announced this week.
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All 48 teams confirmed for 2026 World Cup

The 48-team field for the 2026 World Cup is set after the March international break confirmed all remaining spots through European and intercontinental playoffs.
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BUA Foods proposes record N504 billion dividend

BUA Foods proposed a record N504 billion dividend after profit nearly doubled in 2025, with founder Abdul Samad Rabiu set to pocket about $323 million.
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Nigerian newspapers review: US warns over Christian attacks

US Congressman Riley Moore leads today's Nigerian newspapers review, warning that Christian killings in Plateau and Kaduna could damage Nigeria's relationship with the United States.
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Nigeria’s next-gen satellites set for 2028 launch

NIGCOMSAT Managing Director Jane Egerton-Idehen says Nigeria's satellite program has entered its execution phase, with two new satellites set for launch in 2028 and 2029.
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Momodu: zoning debate will hand Tinubu 2027 win

Veteran journalist Dele Momodu warns that the opposition's zoning debate could split its base and hand President Tinubu a second term in 2027.
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Ibrahim orders Nigerian Mission to bank with UBA

UN Ambassador Jimoh Ibrahim has ordered Nigeria's Permanent Mission in New York to open a UBA account within seven days, ending a 42-year banking gap.
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Goronyo: Tinubu committed to Nigeria’s growth

Bello Goronyo says President Tinubu's nationwide road projects and welfare programs under the Renewed Hope Agenda prove a strong commitment to growth.
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Pan-African fellowship rolls out plan to police AI ethics across Africa

Osasuyi Dirisu's Policy Innovation Centre has launched a Pan-African fellowship to train 50 leaders on safer, inclusive AI governance across the continent.