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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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Kidnapped Man Goes Blind After Six Months in Captivity

KEY POINTS A kidnapped Nigerian man, Kasimu Wali Tambuwal, says he has gone nearly blind after six months in captivity. He claims torture, starvation, and harsh treatment caused his condition and worsening health. His family has been unable to raise the ransom demanded by...
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South-South Leaders Back Amaechi for 2027 Presidency

KEY POINTS South-South political leaders say they unanimously support Rotimi Amaechi if he runs for president in 2027. John Odigie-Oyegun praised Amaechi for consulting regional leaders before declaring his ambition. The group plans regular meetings and called for peaceful political activities ahead of the...

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Sahara Group Targets 350,000-Barrel Output With New Oil Rigs

Sahara Group boosts oil production plans with new rigs, targeting 350,000 barrels daily under Tope Shonubi’s push for energy growth in Africa.
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Payaza Repays $13.9 Million Commercial Paper

Payaza completes $13.9 million repayment under its commercial paper plan, reinforcing investor trust and showing Nigeria’s fintech market maturity.
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Court Adjourns Uche Nnaji’s Suit Against UNN to November 10

Hearing stalls in Uche Nnaji certificate case as UNN fails to file a response. Court adjourns the matter to November 10.
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Bauchi Women Push Lawmakers to Pass Reserve Seats Bill

Over 36,000 women in Bauchi urge the National Assembly to pass the Reserve Seats Bill to boost women’s representation in politics.
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Nigeria’s Bureau Launches 2025 Transparency and Integrity Index

BPSR launches the 2025 Transparency and Integrity Index to boost openness, accountability, and ethical governance across Nigeria’s public sector.
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Kwara Governor Considers State Security to Tackle Insecurity

Governor AbdulRazaq considers a state security force to combat kidnapping and violent attacks across Kwara State.
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Nigeria Bank CEOs Hold Small Stakes Compared to Global Peers

Nigeria bank CEOs stakes remain small compared to global peers, raising investor concerns as property overshadows equity in executive wealth.
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Ogunlesi’s GIP in Talks to Acquire AES in $40 Billion Power Deal

Adebayo Ogunlesi’s GIP is negotiating a $40 billion takeover of U.S. utility AES, as AI-driven power demand intensifies global infrastructure deals.
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Union Leaders Warn Nigeria’s Policies Deepen Worker Hardship

Labour unions at PERESSA’s delegates conference reject anti-poor policies, fuel tax plans, and wage erosion, warning against attacks on workers’ rights.
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Roosevelt Ogbonna Buys $20 Million London Mansion

Roosevelt Ogbonna buys a $20 million Hampstead mansion, highlighting his growing global footprint beyond Access Bank’s expansion strategy.
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Sterling Bank Scraps Account Maintenance Fees Across Nigeria

Sterling Bank abolishes account maintenance fees, strengthening its push for transparency and financial freedom in Nigeria’s banking industry.
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Tinubu Calls for Productivity Push in Independence Day Speech

Tinubu urges Nigerians to produce more, backing reforms that he says will build a stronger, self-reliant economy despite current hardship.
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Kidnapped Man Goes Blind After Six Months in Captivity

KEY POINTS A kidnapped Nigerian man, Kasimu Wali Tambuwal, says he has gone nearly...
Politics

South-South Leaders Back Amaechi for 2027 Presidency

KEY POINTS South-South political leaders say they unanimously support Rotimi Amaechi if he runs...
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Exhibit Mosho Lights Up Ogbomoso with Valentine’s Day Pop-Up Art Exhibition

Exhibit Mosho gathered 24 artists in Ogbomoso on Valentine’s Day, celebrating love, bravery and the city’s growing creative spirit.
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Dangote Swaps Luxury for Factory Floor in Industrial Push

Dangote industrialization strategy replaces luxury lifestyle with large-scale factories, cement plants and a refinery aimed at boosting local production.

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