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.

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...

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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Lagos police have detained eight armed robbery suspects and recovered firearms and ammunition, with investigations ongoing into additional arrests.

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Police across Nigeria are on high alert as the Take-It-Back Movement stages a nationwide protest today, defying warnings over security and timing.

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State lawmaker Dachung Bagos criticizes the Plateau killings alongside his appeal to accelerate state police legislation for enhanced security protection.

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Timothy Omotoso Acquitted Of Charges, To Be Deported to Nigeria

Timothy Omotoso set to be deported to Nigeria from South Africa though acquitted of all charges levelled against him for the past eight years.

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