AGS NEWS – Internationally acclaimed South African actress, Connie Chiume has died at the age of 72. Connie Chiume, who was best known for her roles in Black Panther and Wakanda Forever died on Tuesday, at Garden City Hospital. Announcing … Continue reading Black Panther popular actress Connie Chiume dies at 72
AGS NEWS – Big Brother Naija reality show contestant, Mickey, reveals he has developed feelings for a female housemate, Handi. Mickey made his feelings known in a private conversation with colleague, Zion. Speaking about the dynamics of relationships in the … Continue reading BBNaija S9: Mickey confesses developing feelings for Handi
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Senate has expressed concerns about the $1.5 billion allocated in 2021 for the maintenance of the Port Harcourt Refinery, noting little progress. Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, Chairman of the Senate Ad Hoc Committee investigating alleged economic … Continue reading Nigerian Senate probes $1.5bn spent on Port Harcourt Refinery rehabilitation
AGS NEWS – World champion Tobi Amusan has qualified for the semi-finals of the 100-meter hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics. On Wednesday, Amusan led the preliminary rounds with a time of 12.49 seconds. American Alaysha Johnson followed with 12.61 … Continue reading Tobi Amusan qualifies for 100m hurdles semis in 2024 Olympics
AGS NEWS – Tom Cruise is set to perform a daring stunt on the roof of the Stade de France during Sunday’s Paris Olympics closing ceremony. The event will mark the handover of the Olympic flag to Los Angeles for … Continue reading Tom Cruise set for ‘Dystopian’ stunt at Olympics closing ceremony
AGS NEWS – Chelsea have abandoned their pursuit of Napoli striker Victor Osimhen and are now targeting Atletico Madrid’s Samu Omorodion. The Blues had been in negotiations with Napoli for several weeks, discussing a potential swap deal involving Romelu Lukaku … Continue reading Chelsea give up on Osimhen chase
AGS NEWS – On Wednesday, the United States moved closer to winning an unprecedented eighth consecutive women’s basketball Olympic gold by defeating Nigeria 88-74 in the quarter-finals. A’Ja Wilson led the US with 20 points and 11 rebounds, supported by … Continue reading US end Nigeria’s dream run in Olympics basketball quarter-finals
AGS NEWS – The European Union announced on Sunday that it cannot recognize Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s recent re-election due to the lack of official voting records from the country’s electoral authority. The EU Council stated that the results published … Continue reading EU rejects Venezuelan President Maduro’s electoral victory
AGS NEWS – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that those profiting from fuel importation will try to hinder the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. Obasanjo’s comments follow allegations by Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, about efforts by some ‘mafias’ … Continue reading Obasanjo reveals why fuel importers will frustrate Dangote
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian stock market experienced a positive turnaround on Wednesday, adding N97 billion to investors’ portfolios. The market capitalisation of listed equities rose from N55.033 trillion to N55.130 trillion, a 0.18 per cent increase. The All-Share Index … Continue reading Stock market rebounds, investors gain N97bn
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) reported a significant rise in exported twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) through the Lagos Port Complex (LPC) in Apapa, Lagos. The number of TEUs increased by 40%, from 50,000 in 2022 to 70,000 … Continue reading Exports via Apapa Port rise by 40 %, says NPA
AGS NEWS – In June, Nigeria’s inflation rate soared to 34.19%, the highest in 28 years, exacerbating economic difficulties for many citizens. The situation was further aggravated by a 40.87% rise in food inflation, primarily due to insecurity in agricultural … Continue reading Nigerians turn to local foods amid soaring inflation
AGS NEWS – On August 6, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) auctioned $876.26 million to end users through 26 commercial banks. This move aimed to bolster the ailing naira and enhance foreign exchange liquidity. The auction process, part … Continue reading CBN dumps 12-month forex policy with $876m auction
AGS NEWS – Ayra Starr and Rihanna recently reunited at the Crop Over Festival in Barbados. Photos from the event show the two singers enjoying time together in the same carnival booth. This meet-up comes a few months after their … Continue reading Ayra Starr hangs out with Rihanna at the crop over festival in Barbados
AGS NEWS – A Virginia man, Frank Lucio Carillo, appeared in federal court on Monday, facing charges for making death threats against Vice President Kamala Harris. Court records reveal Carillo issued multiple threats against Harris, President Joe Biden, FBI Director … Continue reading Man charged with threatening to cut out eyes of U.S vice President, Kamala Harris
AGS NEWS – American singer, Solána Imani Rowe, popularly known as SZA, has announced a break from live performances. According to her, the break is indefinite. She announced this on social media after headlining Montreal’s Osheaga Festival on Aug. 5. … Continue reading SZA announces break from music
AGS NEWS – Popular content creator and singer, Nasboi, has reflected on the negative predictions made about his career during his early days as a struggling creative. While celebrating his fourth year in the Nigerian entertainment industry, the ‘Small Money’ … Continue reading ‘People said I’d amount to nothing after mimicking Davido’ – Nasboi
AGS NEWS – American rapper, Big Sean, has explained why he hasn’t married singer Jhené Aiko after eight years of dating. Featuring in the ‘Out of Context’ podcast last Friday, Sean told the host Charlamagne tha God, that he is … Continue reading ‘Why I’m yet to marry Jhené Aiko after 8 years of dating’ – Rapper, Big Sean
AGS NEWS – On Tuesday, climate activists from the group Futuro Vegetal spray-painted a mansion in Ibiza owned by Argentine football star Lionel Messi. The activists aimed to highlight the “responsibility of the rich for the climate crisis.” A video … Continue reading Messi’s mansion vandalised by climate activists
AGS NEWS – The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, announced that Nigerian athletes, both local and foreign-based, have received training grants and allowances. This initiative underscores the ministry’s commitment to the welfare of the country’s athletes. Senator Enoh, … Continue reading Nigerian athletes paid training grants, allowances – Sports minister
AGS NEWS – The Russian Embassy in Nigeria has denied any involvement in the “End Bad Governance in Nigeria” protests. During ongoing demonstrations against hunger and bad governance, protesters in northern Nigeria have been marching with Russian flags and chanting … Continue reading Russia breaks silence on use of its flag by Nigerian protesters
AGS NEWS – A man identified as Fatai Mogaji, has been caught after he allegedly k!lled his ex-girlfriend, Opeyemi, in Lagos. LIB reported that the suspect has been on the run after he allegedly st@bbed the deceased multiple times. According … Continue reading Update: Man who allegedly murdered his ex-girlfriend nabbed in Lagos bar
AGS NEWS – Popular crossdresser, Idris Okuneye, AKA Bobrisky, has advised Nigerians not to abuse the naira or they will become a landlord in prison. Bobsrisky made this known shortly after he was released from prison on Monday. Recall that Bobrisky was sentenced … Continue reading Don’t spray money – Bobrisky advises Nigerians after release from prison
AGS NEWS – Controversial Nigerian singer, Portable, has made a lifetime promise to his girlfriend, queen Dami. Portable stated this on Monday while celebrating queen Dami’s birthday. Sharing the queen’s picture in a post on his Instagram page, the singer … Continue reading I fly with you forever – Portable makes lifetime promise to Queen Dami
AGS NEWS – Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has finally spoken about his feelings for his colleague Bimbo Ademoye. Bimbo had earlier, in an Instagram post, shared pictures of her with Timini. Taking to the comment section, Timini wrote: “Never thought … Continue reading Never thought I’d find love like this – Timini on relationship with Bimbo Ademoye
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