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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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and beautification projects. Only N16bn is allocated to community-based infrastructure interventions. Budget reviews show a pattern of heavy spending on lawmakers’ welfare, vehicles, generators, and renovations despite wider public infrastructure challenges. The...

February 7, 2026

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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande LGA, Benue State. The assault followed another attack two days earlier in Abande community. Community leaders warn of worsening insecurity as residents flee their homes amid repeated violence. Gunmen suspected to...

February 7, 2026

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May 25, 2025

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Nigeria Warns Airlines: No Entry Without Visa

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May 25, 2025

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Ribadu Outlines Security Gains Under Tinubu Administration

Nuhu Ribadu has remarked that Nigeria’s security situation has improved a lot since President Tinubu came into office, with over 13,000 terrorist members dealt with by authorities.

May 23, 2025

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INEC Adopts AI to Strengthen Election Planning and Voter Services

A new AI Division within the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was introduced recently to help improve election planning, logistics and credibility, a big sign of modernizing Nigeria’s election processes.

May 23, 2025

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Imo, Jigawa, Sokoto Record Highest Petrol Prices in April – NBS

Prices for petrol in April 2025 soared across Nigeria and the highest fees were charged in Imo, Jigawa and Sokoto States.

May 22, 2025

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Nigeria’s Debt Service Payment Rises 49 Percent in 4 months

During the first four months of 2025, spending to service debt in Nigeria increased to \$2.01 billion, up 49.2% year-over-year and worsening fiscal sustainability.

May 22, 2025

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Oyo Assembly Approves Rotation of Monarchs’ Chairmanship

The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed a debated bill establishing rotational control of the Council of Obas among three chief traditional rulers.

May 21, 2025

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Osun senators under PDP have endorsed Tinubu for 2027

All the PDP Senators from Osun have backed President Tinubu for 2027, saying how much they appreciate his strong leadership and the reforms he has brought about.

May 21, 2025

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CAC and NIBSS Have Introduced an API Service

With the API platform designed and introduced by CAC and NIBSS, everyone can quickly and safely obtain verified business information, supporting efficient business growth and boosting our country’s digital economy.

May 20, 2025

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Wole Soyinka: Nigeria Must Promote Local Languages, Culture

Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka invites Nigeria to strengthen its sense of national pride, grow and invent new things by prioritizing local languages and traditions.

May 20, 2025

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