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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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Court Clears Woman, Company of N22.9bn Money Laundering Charges Linked to Dasuki

KEY POINTS A Federal High Court in Abuja acquitted Isabella Mimie Oshodin and her company of N22.9bn money laundering charges. The court ruled that prosecutors failed to prove the funds were illicit or that Oshodin knew of any illegality. The case weakened due to...
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Nigeria Immigration Service Suspends Officers Over Alleged Extortion at Lagos–Seme Border

K KEY POINTS Senior immigration officers at the Lagos–Seme border were suspended over alleged extortion of travellers. The Comptroller-General ordered a probe and vowed disciplinary action against culpable personnel. NIS reaffirmed commitment to professionalism and urged the public to report misconduct through official channels. The Nigeria...

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Chappal Energies Secures $430 Million Financing to Refinance

Chappal Energies closed $430 million in reserve-based loans, refinancing its Equinor Nigeria deal and strengthening long-term funding for African oil assets.
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FCMB Wins Shareholder Backing for $274 Million Capital Raise

FCMB shareholders approved a major capital raise, strengthening buffers as Nigeria’s banking regulator tightens requirements ahead of 2026.
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Nigerian-Linked Investor Battles Zambia Regulator Over Stake

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Tinubu Tells Western Partners Nigeria Will Adopt State Police

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Petroleum Regulator Chief Quits After Dangote Calls for Probe

KEY POINTS Nigerian petroleum regulator resignation followed public scrutiny and investor pressure. Tinubu nominated...
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The European Union and Nigeria are stepping up defence engagement, widening cooperation beyond military support to address security, governance and long-term stability.
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Nigeria’s Textile Imports Surge 47 Percent as Revival Push Falters

Nigeria’s textile imports jumped sharply in 2025, exposing deep weaknesses in local production despite repeated government pledges to revive the once-thriving industry.
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Transcorp Hotels Names Awele Elumelu as Board Chair From 2026

Transcorp Hotels appoints Awele Elumelu as chair, signaling a strategic shift toward wellness-driven hospitality and diversified revenue growth.
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BUA Foods Nears Completion of Nigeria’s Largest Sugar Complex

BUA Foods is close to completing Nigeria’s largest integrated sugar complex in Kwara State, a project expected to boost local production, generate power and reduce sugar imports.
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Court Clears Woman, Company of N22.9bn Money Laundering Charges Linked to Dasuki

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Nigeria Immigration Service Suspends Officers Over Alleged Extortion at Lagos–Seme Border

K KEY POINTS Senior immigration officers at the Lagos–Seme border were suspended over alleged extortion...
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FG revokes passports of Nigerians who renounce citizenship

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US enforces visa bans on religious freedom violators

The United States has activated religious freedom visa restrictions against individuals who violate international religious liberty, with Principal Advisor for Global Religious Freedom Mark Walker confirming Friday that enforcement is already underway.