AGS NEWS – Big Brother Naija Season 9 winner, Kingsley Sule, also known as Kellyrae, spoke with TOFARATI IGE about his experience in the house and future plans. Despite his victory, Kellyrae admitted he never thought he would win, initially … Continue reading I’ve never had N1m in my account — BBN winner, Kellyrae
AGS NEWS – Experts have called on African governments to strengthen regulations on Artificial Intelligence (AI) to protect the continent’s data sovereignty. At the Nigeria Fintech Week in Lagos, stakeholders warned that foreign companies could exploit African data without proper … Continue reading Stakeholders demand stricter AI laws to secure Africa’s data
AGS NEWS – Residents of Abia have expressed frustration over the increasing hardship following a fuel price hike from N1,150 to N1,300 per litre. The rising costs have worsened transportation expenses and food prices, leaving many struggling to cope. ALSO … Continue reading Fuel hike: Abia residents lament soaring cost of living
AGS NEWS – Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, criticized the recent fuel price hike, calling it “unfortunate and insensitive.” In a post on X.com, Obi highlighted the negative impact of the increase on Nigeria’s economy and citizens. The … Continue reading Fuel price hike unfortunate, insensitive, says Peter Obi
AGS NEWS – The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on the federal government to reverse the recent fuel price increase announced by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL). In a statement by its president, Joe Ajaero, the NLC … Continue reading Reverse pump price or we step in immediately, NLC tells FG
AGS NEWS – The naira depreciated significantly against the dollar at the foreign exchange market as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) for the umpteenth time. FMDQ data showed that … Continue reading Naira drops against dollar amid fresh fuel price hike
AGS NEWS – The US Justice Department has informed a federal judge that it is considering recommending the breakup of parts of Google’s operations to address the company’s monopoly in the online search market. According to Bloomberg, this move could … Continue reading US considers Google breakup amid antitrust case
AGS NEWS – The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reiterated its commitment to maintaining the stability of the country’s financial system, emphasizing regular stress tests to identify vulnerabilities in banks. According to a press release by CBN’s acting Director … Continue reading Banks undergo regular stress tests, says CBN
AGS NEWS – A South Korean investor consortium has finalized plans to build four refineries in Nigeria, each with a capacity of 100,000 barrels, the Federal Government announced on Tuesday. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, revealed … Continue reading S’Korean investors planning four Nigerian refineries – FG
AGS NEWS – Major oil marketers will begin direct purchases of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery between Thursday and next week. This follows the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) stepping down … Continue reading Power-drunk soldiers kill policeman for stopping colleague driving against traffic in Lagos
The single term presidency of six years proposed by former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has sparked debate among Nigerians. Atiku, a 2023 Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, had called for a single term of six years presidency for Nigeria. … Continue reading Atiku’s single term presidency proposal sparks debate
Popular Nollywood actress, Annie Idibia has been named among 100 Most Influential Women in Africa. Annie was named in the group on Monday, October 7 2024, by Glocal Unity Women International. Reacting to the news on her Instagram story, Annie … Continue reading Annie Idibia named among 100 most influential women in Africa
Nigerian singer, Sydney Esiri, aka Dr Sid, has confirmed he has relocated to the United States of America. Appearing on a recent episode of the ‘No Man’s Friend’ podcast, the ‘Over The Moon’ hitmaker disclosed that he left Nigeria after … Continue reading Singer Dr Sid relocates to United States
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has announced his return to action immediately after the international break. The 25-year-old, who was injured during a 3-3 draw against Kasimpasa, confirmed in a video that he expects to be back for Galatasaray’s match against … Continue reading Osimhen confirms October 19 return
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into Nigeria fell to $29.83 million in the second quarter of 2024, marking its lowest level since 2013, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This represents a 65.33% drop compared to $86.03 … Continue reading FDI crashes to record low of $29.8m
Major oil marketers will begin direct purchases of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery between Thursday and next week. This follows the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) stepping down as the sole … Continue reading Marketers to begin direct Dangote petrol purchase
AGS NEWS – The Simon Ekpa-led Biafra Republic Government In-Exile has said they have commenced talks with the United States Government over Biafra’s liberation. Ekpa disclosed this in a statement through his official X handle on Monday. He alleged that … Continue reading We’re in talks with US govt on Biafra liberation – Ekpa
AGS NEWS – A student at the University of Lagos, UNILAG, Ololade Ayelabola, has completed a new Guinness World Record, GWR, for the longest distance walked by a model. The model, who completed a 130.62km catwalk, started a 120km attempt … Continue reading Nigerian student sets new world record for longest catwalk
AGS NEWS – Controversial cross-dresser, Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has claimed he paid N5million upfront to an unnamed Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, to secure a Federal Government pardon for money laundering charges brought against him by … Continue reading I paid SAN N5million upfront for pardon – Bobrisky in new audio leaked by VeryDarkMan
AGS NEWS – Nigerian workers are expressing concerns over rising transport costs following a recent fuel price hike. Leaders of the Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria and the Association of Senior Staff of Banks, Insurance, and Financial Institutions … Continue reading Workers lament high transportation costs
AGS NEWS – The Federal Government has directed electricity distribution companies to replace weak distribution networks in their areas within seven days. This order was issued by the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) after a two-month notice was previously … Continue reading Replace faulty equipment in seven days, FG orders Discos
AGS NEWS – A pastor at the Church of The Brethren (EYN) Moduganari in Maiduguri, Borno State, died suddenly while officiating a child naming and dedication service on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Pastor Vincent Alaku collapsed with the microphone in … Continue reading Pastor slumps and dies during child dedication service in Maiduguri church
AGS NEWS – Apple had high hopes for the iPhone 16, banking on new artificial intelligence features to drive sales. However, pre-sale estimates suggest a lukewarm response from consumers. The company needed the iPhone 16 to succeed following years of … Continue reading iPhone 16 sales fall short of Apple’s expectations
AGS NEWS – A state of emergency has been declared in parts of Florida as Hurricane Milton approaches the Gulf Coast, which is still recovering from the devastating effects of Storm Helene. The National Hurricane Center confirmed that Milton, currently … Continue reading New hurricane threatens Florida amid ongoing recovery efforts
AGS NEWS – Dozens of families in northern Gaza are fleeing again following a warning from the Israeli military of a new ground operation in the Jabalya area. Abu Alaa Asaf, a resident of Beit Lahiya, reported that people are … Continue reading Hundreds flee northern Gaza as Israel prepares fresh offensive
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