KEY POINTS EU mission urges judicial and constitutional reforms in Nigeria. INEC warns delays in amendments could disrupt 2027 elections. Civil groups demand stronger INEC autonomy and transparency. The European …
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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KEY POINTS Arise News anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu has died in Abuja. Police say she fell during a violent robbery attack. Investigators are tracking down the armed suspects. Following our report …
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KEY POINTS Nigeria begins crackdown after visa amnesty expired. Overstayers risk fines, deportation, or long entry bans. Immigration Service says move protects national security. The Nigeria Immigration Service has begun …
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KEY POINTS ARISE TV anchor killed in Abuja robbery. Police deploy special tactical teams to investigate. Colleagues mourn her as a vibrant journalist and lawyer. ARISE Television anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu …
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KEY POINTS FG launches 2025–2027 communication strategy for education. Plan aims to boost trust, visibility, and coordination. Milestones include new classrooms, TVET reforms, and girl-child education. Nigeria’s federal government has …
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KEY POINTS Dangote Refinery suspends naira sales from Sept. 28. Labour unions protest mass layoffs of over 800 workers. Analysts warn petrol prices could rise above N900. Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum …
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KEY POINTS FAAN to enforce cashless payments at airports from Sept. 29, 2025. Rollout starts in Lagos and Abuja, covering gates, car parks, lounges. Partnership with Paystack aims to modernize …
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KEY POINTS The Salimo Abdula Foundation helps 15,000 young people start their own businesses. Five top initiatives will get money to start. The initiative connects young people with important sectors. …
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KEY POINTS GTCO profit slumps 50 percent to N449 billion H1 2025. Drop in GTBank dividends drives earnings decline. Group assets rise to $11.2 billion despite profit slide. Guaranty Trust …
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KEY POINTS Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger quit ICC jurisdiction. Rights groups say armed forces face war crimes claims. Sahel leaders shift closer to Russia, spurning the West. Mali, Burkina …