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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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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
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Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.

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DSS Orders Release, Compensation in IPOB Detention Case

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US Vows Deeper Security Support To Nigeria

Nigeria and the US are moving toward deeper security cooperation, outlining new defence, intelligence and training commitments as Abuja pushes for faster support.
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Nigeria to Open First Section of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

Nigeria plans to open a completed stretch of the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway in December as construction advances across key segments of the massive project.
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NLC To Decide On Next Steps As Strike Deadline Expires

NLC and ASUU call on the government to resolve issues as northern insecurity risks disrupting public tertiary institutions and triggering industrial action.
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Nigeria Explains Delays in Prosecuting Terrorism Financiers

The Nigerian government explains delays in prosecuting terrorism financiers, citing northern insecurity complexities while highlighting progress in apprehending and neutralising criminals across the country.
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FG Orders Widespread School Closures as Insecurity Deepens

Nigeria closes dozens of schools as attacks escalate, prompting widespread northern school shutdowns and urgent security measures to protect students and communities.
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Dangote’s Net Worth Falls as Cement Shares Drop

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Leadway’s Full Takeover of PAL Pensions Wins Final Approval

Leadway completes its acquisition of PAL Pensions after regulatory approval, setting the stage for wider reach, stronger governance and enhanced pension services.
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ECOWAS Commission Warns Terrorism Threatens West Africa

ECOWAS Commission President Touray warns rising terrorism in West Africa threatens regional stability, urging coordinated action with UN and regional partners.
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Dangote Sugar Names Thabo Mabe as CEO in Leadership Shift

Dangote Sugar announces Thabo Mabe as its next CEO, marking a major leadership shift aimed at driving expansion and boosting long-term growth.
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Army Chief Urges Troops to Sustain Push Against Terrorists

Army chief Waidi Shaibu orders heightened vigilance and sustained aggression as North-East security operations intensify against entrenched terrorist groups.
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NYSC gets civilian leadership and new uniform in sweeping reform

Nigeria has approved a sweeping NYSC reform, replacing military with civilian leadership and adding a new uniform, technology-driven operations and a stronger focus on skills.
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Open defecation returns to Cross River five years after COVID setback

Open defecation has surged back across Cross River five years after COVID stalled the state's sanitation drive, leaving 90 percent of rural homes without toilets.
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Boko Haram disguised as soldiers to abduct Borno NECO candidates, source says

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists in soldier and Forest Guard uniforms abducted NECO candidates and a teacher in Lassa, Borno, minutes after troops left their post.
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Army declares 104 soldiers missing after Boko Haram attack on Borno base

More than 104 Nigerian soldiers have been unaccounted for since a June 5 attack on their Borno base, and the Army now calls them deserters.