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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INEC Registers Two New Political Parties Ahead of 2027 General Elections

KEY POINTS INEC has registered the Democratic Leadership Alliance and the National Democratic Congress ahead of 2027. The DLA met all statutory requirements, while the NDC was registered following a court order. The registrations raise the total number of recognised political parties in Nigeria...

February 6, 2026

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EFCC Arraigns Ex-Federal University Dutsinma VC Over Alleged ₦19.7m Bribery Scheme

KEY POINTS EFCC has arraigned former Federal University Dutsinma VC, Prof. Armaya’u Hamisu Bichi, over alleged ₦19.7m bribery. The commission says he received kickbacks from contractors through two intermediaries. All defendants pleaded not guilty and were granted ₦5m bail each; trial begins 12 March...

February 6, 2026

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Nigeria Denies Christian Persecution, Cites Foreign Lobbyists

KEY POINTS Nigeria denies Christian genocide allegations, calls them misleading. Government says 13,500 terrorists...

November 6, 2025

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China Rejects Trump’s Military Threat Against Nigeria

China rejects Trump’s military threat to Nigeria, condemning U.S. interference as Nigeria and ECOWAS unite to dismiss genocide claims.

November 5, 2025

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IHVN Reports 95 Percent HIV Testing Among Pregnant Women

IHVN reports over 95 percetn HIV testing acceptance in Rivers, citing community engagement and expanded PMTCT services as key to eliminating infant HIV.

November 5, 2025

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Siatech Africa Builds Liberia’s First Fully Solar-Powered City

Siatech Africa, led by Olanrewaju Olaniyan, delivers Liberia’s first solar-powered city—uniting clean energy, technology, and community empowerment across West Africa.

November 5, 2025

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Oando Expands Into Mining Amid Global Lithium Boom

Oando Mining expands lithium exploration push as Wale Tinubu steers Oando Plc beyond oil into new frontiers of Nigeria’s mineral and energy landscape.

November 4, 2025

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Lagos Urges Supreme Court to Restore Dr. Olaleye’s Conviction

Lagos appeals to Supreme Court to reinstate Olaleye’s conviction for defiling his wife’s 16-year-old niece after his acquittal by the Court of Appeal.

November 4, 2025

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Nigeria’s New Mining Boom: 8 Entrepreneurs In Mining

Nigeria’s new mining boom is redefining wealth creation as local entrepreneurs turn gold, lithium, and rare earths into legitimate billion-naira enterprises.

November 4, 2025

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FCT Resident Doctors Extend Strike Over Unmet Demands

FCT resident doctors extend their strike, demanding payment of salary arrears, training funds, and hospital upgrades despite government assurances.

November 3, 2025

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Nigeria’s Security Chiefs to Address Trump’s Genocide Remarks

Nigeria’s security chiefs will address Trump’s genocide remarks as President Tinubu reaffirms the nation’s commitment to religious freedom and unity.

November 3, 2025

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Navy Chief Orders Major Shake-Up, Redeploys 65 Admirals

Vice Admiral Idi Abbas approves sweeping redeployment of 65 Rear Admirals across commands to enhance efficiency and maritime security.

November 3, 2025

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UBA Third-Quarter Profit Reports ₦537.5 Billion Profit

UBA posts N537.5 billion profit in Q3 2025, boosting its capital strength and reaffirming investor confidence through disciplined growth and recapitalisation.

November 1, 2025

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