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.

Nigeria’s Senate Confirms 64 Ambassadorial Nominees

KEY POINTS The Senate has confirmed 64 career and non-career ambassadorial nominees submitted by President Tinubu Lawmakers raised concerns about the absence of nominees from Zamfara State, with assurances that more names will follow The nominations have drawn mixed reactions, with critics questioning the...

Nigeria Orders Reopening of Unity Colleges After Security Shutdowns

KEY POINTS The federal government has ordered the reopening of all Unity Colleges closed over security fears Authorities say security agencies are working closely with schools to ensure student safety The education ministry says the academic calendar will remain intact despite the earlier shutdown Nigeria’s...

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