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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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Prof. Yilwatda Named New APC National Chairman in Presidential Villa Consensus

KEY POINTS Professor Nentawe Yilwatda appointed as APC’s new National Chairman during NEC meeting at the Presidential Villa. His consensus emergence is seen as a unifying step to reposition the party ahead of key governorship elections. Yilwatda brings technocratic experience and grassroots credibility, with...
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Canal+ Secures Final Approval to Acquire MultiChoice, Owner of DSTV and GOTV

KEY POINTS Canal+ received final approval to acquire MultiChoice, Africa’s top pay-TV operator, including DSTV and GOTV. The deal includes commitments to local content investment and HDP economic participation in South Africa. Finalization is expected before October 8, completing Canal+’s bold push into Africa’s...

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Abuja Doctors Call Off Warning Strike After Reinstatement

The Abuja chapter of the Association of Resident Doctors has called off its warning strike after key demands, including reinstatement of sacked workers and partial salary payments, were met.
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Labour Party Suspends Governor Alex Otti, Five Others Indefinitely

The Labour Party’s Abure-led faction has suspended Abia State Governor Alex Otti and five top members for alleged anti-party activities, ruling out any political merger ahead of 2027.
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Olu of Warri Condoles With Rowland Owie Over Wife’s Death

A delegation from the Olu of Warri paid their respects to former Senator Rowland Owie following his wife Lady Helen's passing whom Owie believed had been instrumental to securing a crucial 1979 political endorsement.
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Roomans Will Dispute: Son Lines Up 11 Witnesses in Lagos Court

Simon Roomans has named 11 witnesses to contest his late father's will, alleging mental incapacity and undue influence, as the legal battle unfolds at the Lagos High Court.
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Police Arrest Suspect in Bayelsa Killing of Gov. Diri’s In-Law

The Bayelsa police has recently arrested a suspect who murdered Gov Diri's family member and this same case has a connection with the gang that attacked military in Delta state.
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Customs Boss Advocates AI Use in Governance, Media Ethics

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has advocated for the use of AI to be implemented in governance for better advancement in various areas.
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Delta PDP Defectors Hesitant as APC Registration Hits Snag

Nigerians affiliated to Delta state Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and ex-governor Ifeanyi Okowa have reservations about joining the APC registration process which produces internal difficulties and demands party intercession.
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Aliko Dangote’s Refinery: I’m Still Fighting Cabals

The $20 billion refinery owned by Aliko Dangote faces ongoing sabotage attempts due to opposition from established oil import cartels and select international oil companies who want to stop Nigerian domestic refining efforts.
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FCT Emergency Services on High Alert as Thunderstorms Loom

FEMD activated their search and rescue teams in response to NiMET thunderstorm warnings which affected Abuja together with nearby states of Central Nigeria.
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Tinubu: Hunger and Poverty Are Nigeria’s Biggest Threats to Peace

President Bola Tinubu declared in his Katsina State working tour that hunger and poverty posed the greatest dangers to Nigeria’s peace by demanding enhanced attention to both agricultural development and grassroots government initiatives.
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Rep Urges INEC Probe of Minister Over Forgery

Rep. Amobi Ogah has petitioned INEC to investigate Minister of State for Labour, Nkiruka Onyejeocha, over alleged submission of forged polling unit results to the 2023 Election Tribunal in a bid to overturn his victory.
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Labour Day Divisions: Clash Over Worsening Hardship

Labour unions nationwide condemned rising inflation, poor wages, unpaid pensions, and growing insecurity, demanding urgent reforms and action.
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Prof. Yilwatda Named New APC National Chairman in Presidential Villa Consensus

KEY POINTS Professor Nentawe Yilwatda appointed as APC’s new National Chairman during NEC meeting...
Business

Canal+ Secures Final Approval to Acquire MultiChoice, Owner of DSTV and GOTV

KEY POINTS Canal+ received final approval to acquire MultiChoice, Africa’s top pay-TV operator, including...
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Four PDP Senators Join APC, Boosting Ruling Party’s Senate Control

KEY POINTS Four PDP senators defect to the APC, boosting the ruling party’s Senate...
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Security Bars Senator Natasha From National Assembly Despite Court-Ordered Reinstatement

KEY POINTS Security personnel blocked Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from entering the National Assembly despite...

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