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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Triumph Over Legal Tyranny: Billionaire Benedict Peters’ £50m UK Property Battle Ends in Victory

After nearly a decade of legal siege, £50 million worth of prime London properties have been released from UK court restraints, marking the end of one of the most politically charged property battles to cross continents.The saga began during Nigeria’s tense 2015 election season,...

August 15, 2025

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Lagos Commissioner Says New Tenancy Law Will Shield Tenants

Lagos proposes a new tenancy law aimed at protecting tenants from exploitation while safeguarding landlord rights in Nigeria’s biggest city.

August 15, 2025

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Pregnant Women Receive Free Maternal Care Through MamaBase

The MRHC’s maternal health effort has provided antenatal and emergency care to 7,883 women from 12 LGAs in Lagos, resulting in a very high survival rate for children and a big decrease in maternal deaths.

May 30, 2025

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Why We Established New University – Benue Governor Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia has announced that the University of Agriculture, Science and Technology in Benue will train young people to support improved food security and development at the local level.

May 30, 2025

Politics

Senators Link Rising Insecurity to 2027 Elections

Rising violence in various parts of the country has led senators to warn that the return of Boko Haram and banditry could be related to the 2027 elections.

May 29, 2025

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Tinubu Mid-Term Review: Progress Amid Criticism

Two years from his inauguration, President Tinubu says achievements in security and growth are clear, while opposition groups say he has delivered the worst results in democracy.

May 29, 2025

Politics

Rivers Sole Administrator, Others to Defend N1.48trn Budget

Rivers State’s N1.48 trillion budget for 2025 will be defended by the state’s Sole Administrator and senior officials before a joint committee of the National Assembly, after the declaration of emergency rule.

May 28, 2025

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IGP Egbetokun Commissions 50 High-Tech Vehicles for Police

IGP Kayode Egbetokun has equipped the EOD-CBRN unit with 50 new advanced vehicles to support the police and improve security across the country.

May 28, 2025

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NDLEA,UK’s HOIO Sign MoU to Strengthen Fight Against Drugs

The NDLEA and HOIO have signed a new agreement to increase cooperation, weaken drug trafficking groups and strengthen responses to illegal drug trading.

May 27, 2025

Business

Adesina of AfDB Transformed 565 Million Lives During Tenure

Adesina explains how the African Development Bank impacted over 565 million people with its development initiatives during his tenure.

May 27, 2025

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FG Turns Back Eight Foreigners Without Valid Visas, Warns Airlines

Eight foreigners without valid visas were turned back by Nigerian authorities last week and the immigration service warned airlines to follow its rules.

May 26, 2025

Politics

Peter Obi: Nigeria a Difficult Country for Good People to Govern

Peter Obi highlighted how leadership in Nigeria is not easy and praised Governor Otti’s efforts during a service held in Abia.

May 26, 2025

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FCTA Takeover Revoked Properties Over Ground Rent Default

The FCTA will restore control of 4,794 properties in Abuja beginning Monday because the rents have not been paid for a long time.

May 25, 2025

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Nigeria Warns Airlines: No Entry Without Visa

Nigeria’s Federal Government has instructed airlines to avoid accepting passengers with invalid visas and warns that anyone found violating the rules may be punished.

May 25, 2025