The ADC criticizes Tinubu’s Independence Day speech, saying it focused on government record instead of history and inspiring the nation’s future.
Otobong Tommy
Otobong Tommy
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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Nigeria’s oil workers’ union PENGASSAN has launched a nationwide strike against Dangote Refinery over alleged mass sackings. Senator Ali Ndume says Tinubu should intervene with an executive order.
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Nigeria’s Education Loan Fund will close its 2024/2025 student loan portal on Tuesday, ahead of reopening in October for the 2025/2026 cycle.
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Abia Governor Alex Otti says South East governors are united in efforts to secure Nnamdi Kanu’s release, pushing back on claims of neglect.
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Former Governor Rashidi Ladoja has been crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, with Governor Seyi Makinde cutting short his leave to attend the coronation.
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Nigeria renews call for a UN Security Council seat, pushing reforms on debt, minerals, and digital inclusion at the General Assembly.
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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has resumed legislative duties after a six-month suspension, denouncing Senate President Godswill Akpabio as a dictator as Nigeria’s Senate delays its plenary resumption.
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Confusion trailed Nigeria National Assembly postponement after conflicting notices delayed plenary resumption until October 7.
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The Federal High Court has deferred the Akpoti-Uduaghan cybercrime trial after her lawyers challenged jurisdiction and raised fair trial concerns.
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Nigerian professors decry low pay and mounting debts, warning that poor salaries are crippling universities and discouraging the next generation of academics.