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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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Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural force influencing music, fashion, and identity. The genre’s spread has energized Nollywood, global fashion houses, and diaspora communities reconnecting with their African roots. Afrobeat contributes significantly to Nigeria’s creative economy...
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Nigeria’s Youth Face Mounting Mental Health Crisis Amid Economic and Social Strain

KEY POINTS Approximately 40 million Nigerians, including one in six youths aged 15-24, are living with mental health conditions. Nigeria faces a severe shortage of mental health professionals, with fewer than 300 psychiatrists for over 200 million people. Cultural stigma and limited access to...

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Adeleke Commends DSS For Arrest of Suspected Terrorists In Osun

Osun Governor Adeleke praises DSS for arresting alleged Boko Haram, ISWAP members, pledges to work with them to ensure security.
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N800 Billion Insufficient to Fix Nigeria’s Roads — Umahi

Nigeria’s road infrastructure needs increased funding and the N800 billion allocation is too little for the country, says Minister Dave Umahi.
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Peter Obi Explain N1.5 Billion Humanitarian Contributions

Peter Obi shares how he contributed N1.5 billion to humanitarians in 2024 in the areas of education, healthcare, and the societal impact.
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Boko Haram Resurfaces, Targets Another Chibok Community

Northern Borno communities in Southern Borno are facing increased violence, including Boko Haram attacks in Yimirmugza village in Chibok.
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Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Road to be ready in 14 Months

Advanced upgrades and extensions to be announced on Abuja-Kaduna-Kano road rehabilitation set to come up within 14 months.
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PenCom Partners BPSR to Link IPPIS With Pension System

BPSR in partnership with PenCom ensures that retiree transitions are smooth by linking IPPIS to Nigeria’s pension system and in developing performance training for retirees.
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NNPCL On Transparency, Transmits N10 Trillion in 2024

NNPCL makes N10 trillion remittance in 2024 on the basis of the optimal level of transparency; NPA’s projected revenue increased by National Assembly.
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NASS Exonerates JAMB from Financial Corruption Accusations

NASS absolves JAMB of financial mismanagement, lauding the Registrar’s transparency and prudent resource management
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Reps Deputy Chief Whip, Adewunmi Onanuga, is Dead, Aged 59

Hon. Adewunmi Onanuga, Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, dies at 59 after a brief illness.
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CUPP: Rejects APC in 2027 Over Insecurity

Citing worsening insecurity, as well as ineffective leadership, CUPP is calling on Nigerians to reject APC in 2027.
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Julius Berger, Senate Resolve Dispute Over Abandoned Projects

Senate and Julius Berger resolve dispute with Julius Berger, emphasize transparency, timely project delivery.
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Decentralized Electricity is Vital For AI Adoption, Okonjo-Iweala

Okonjo-Iweala: Decentralized electricity, investments in AI infrastructure crucial for Nigeria's readiness.
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Nigeria’s Pop Culture Renaissance Drives Global Shift in Music and Style

KEY POINTS Afrobeat’s modern evolution, led by Nigerian artists, has become a global cultural...
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Nigeria’s Youth Face Mounting Mental Health Crisis Amid Economic and Social Strain

KEY POINTS Approximately 40 million Nigerians, including one in six youths aged 15-24, are...
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FG Promises to Deal with Flooding and Desertification in Nigeria

Nigeria’s Federal Government has declared its intention to deal with flooding and desertification by putting more emphasis on teamwork between agencies and using new technologies.
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Ogun Female Journalist Bukola Agbakaizu Slumps, Dies

Abeokuta lost one of its most reputable journalists on Monday, as Bukola Agbakaizu, aged 52, died after collapsing while working.

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