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.

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...

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...

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