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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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Nigerian Banks’ Deposits with CBN Soar Dramatically High

The CBN's deposits from Nigerian banks grew by over 800% year over year in 2025. This shows that the money market was tighter and there was too much cash.
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Pregnant Women Receive Free Maternal Care Through MamaBase

The MRHC’s maternal health effort has provided antenatal and emergency care to 7,883 women from 12 LGAs in Lagos, resulting in a very high survival rate for children and a big decrease in maternal deaths.
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Why We Established New University – Benue Governor Alia

Governor Hyacinth Alia has announced that the University of Agriculture, Science and Technology in Benue will train young people to support improved food security and development at the local level.
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Senators Link Rising Insecurity to 2027 Elections

Rising violence in various parts of the country has led senators to warn that the return of Boko Haram and banditry could be related to the 2027 elections.
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Tinubu Mid-Term Review: Progress Amid Criticism

Two years from his inauguration, President Tinubu says achievements in security and growth are clear, while opposition groups say he has delivered the worst results in democracy.
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Rivers Sole Administrator, Others to Defend N1.48trn Budget

Rivers State’s N1.48 trillion budget for 2025 will be defended by the state’s Sole Administrator and senior officials before a joint committee of the National Assembly, after the declaration of emergency rule.
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IGP Egbetokun Commissions 50 High-Tech Vehicles for Police

IGP Kayode Egbetokun has equipped the EOD-CBRN unit with 50 new advanced vehicles to support the police and improve security across the country.
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NDLEA,UK’s HOIO Sign MoU to Strengthen Fight Against Drugs

The NDLEA and HOIO have signed a new agreement to increase cooperation, weaken drug trafficking groups and strengthen responses to illegal drug trading.
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Adesina of AfDB Transformed 565 Million Lives During Tenure

Adesina explains how the African Development Bank impacted over 565 million people with its development initiatives during his tenure.
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FG Turns Back Eight Foreigners Without Valid Visas, Warns Airlines

Eight foreigners without valid visas were turned back by Nigerian authorities last week and the immigration service warned airlines to follow its rules.
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Peter Obi: Nigeria a Difficult Country for Good People to Govern

Peter Obi highlighted how leadership in Nigeria is not easy and praised Governor Otti’s efforts during a service held in Abia.
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FCTA Takeover Revoked Properties Over Ground Rent Default

The FCTA will restore control of 4,794 properties in Abuja beginning Monday because the rents have not been paid for a long time.
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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.