AGS NEWS – On Wednesday, the National Assembly approved the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024. This decision follows deliberations by both the Senate and the House of Representatives on the report presented by … Continue reading National assembly passes student loan bill with jail penalty for defaulters
AGS NEWS – Ms. Ahunna Eziakonwa-Onochie, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations and UNDP Assistant Administrator, has commended Governor Alex Otti of Abia State for his rapid progress in office. Speaking during a meeting at the 68th Session of the … Continue reading UN official praises Abia state governor’s development efforts
AGS NEWS – A proposal to grant five months of leave for both male and female workers who have lost their spouses has progressed to the next stage at the House of Representatives. During the parliamentary session on Tuesday, Rep … Continue reading Controversy arises in Ondo over Aiyedatiwa’s Red Beret insignia
AGS NEWS – President Bola Tinubu expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economy during an event on Tuesday, suggesting that better days lie ahead for the nation. Speaking at a Ramadan Iftar event in Abuja, Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, … Continue reading Tinubu foresees economic improvement in near future
AGS NEWS – The Okuama community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has been destroyed following the tragic killing of fifteen soldiers. According to reports from LIB, the soldiers were ambushed and killed by youths while responding … Continue reading Delta community destroyed following killing of soldiers
AGS NEWS – Police in Haiti have initiated operations to regain control of the capital city from the feared ‘Barbecue’ gang leader. Today, an official confirmed that Haitian cops conducted an operation in Port-au-Prince, targeting a neighborhood controlled by notorious … Continue reading Police operation targets gangs, multiple ‘bandits’ killed in Haiti
AGS NEWS – Nigerian woman was saved after trying to take her own life by drinking bleach. The woman attempted suicide because her boyfriend had broken up with her, according to a pharmacist who helped rescue her. The pharmacist emphasized … Continue reading Nigerian woman attempts suicide following breakup with boyfriend
AGS NEWS – The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, joyfully announced the arrival of twins with one of his queens, Olori Tobi Philips, confirming the news on his Instagram page on Saturday. The monarch expressed gratitude to God … Continue reading Ooni of Ife welcomes twins
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Army has reported the successful elimination of four terrorists in separate ambush and raid operations carried out in Kaduna and Katsina states. Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, disclosed this in … Continue reading Troops neutralize four terrorists, seize 2 AK-47 rifles
AGS NEWS – Tragedy struck in the town of Mogincual, Nampula province in Mozambique as four individuals lost their lives and three others sustained injuries from lightning strikes. Meanwhile, the nation is on high alert as Storm Filipo approaches, prompting … Continue reading Lightning kills four in Mozambique as storm filipo approaches
AGS NEWS – Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti, is facing intensified turmoil as criminal gangs tighten their grip, reportedly controlling up to 90% of the city. Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s resignation marks a significant development in the country’s already tumultuous … Continue reading Haiti in Crisis: Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns
AGS NEWS – Andrew and Tristan Tate, internet personalities known for their controversial content, are set to appear in a Romanian court following warrants issued by the UK for their arrest. The brothers were apprehended by Romanian authorities on Monday … Continue reading Andrew Tate and brother detained in Romania following UK arrest warrant
AGS NEWS – President Bola Tinubu has called on state governments to begin the implementation of a N35,000 minimum wage for their workers. Speaking during the launch of mechanized agricultural tools in Minna, the capital of Niger state, on Monday, … Continue reading Tinubu urges states to implement N35,000 minimum wage
AGS NEWS – The trial of five individuals identified as loyalists of Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, accused of terrorism offenses, is set to recommence at the Federal High Court in Abuja today, March 12. The defendants, namely Chime … Continue reading Trial of Fubara’s loyalists on terrorism offences resumes in full scale
AGS NEWS – Local hunters in Taraba State successfully rescued Galadima Danladi Tau, the district head of Lau town in Ardo-Kola local government area, from the clutches of kidnappers. According to reports gathered by AGS NEWS, the kidnappers stormed the … Continue reading Taraba monarch rescued from kidnappers
AGS NEWS – Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged the members of the investigative panel looking into the N30 trillion “Ways and Means” loans obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria under Godwin Emefiele’s leadership by the Federal Government not … Continue reading Senate sets six weeks deadline for probe into N30tn CBN loans
AGS NEWS – In Katsina State, North West Nigeria, recent attacks by bandits on several villages have prompted a distressing response from local children. Over the course of three consecutive days, bandit attacks in the state went unchecked by security … Continue reading Children’s protest against killings in Katsina raises concerns
AGS NEWS – The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit, Zone A in Ikeja, Lagos, has reported the interception of three trucks transporting 1,464 bags of foodstuffs destined for the Republic of Benin. Speaking to reporters at the command on … Continue reading Customs seizes 1,464 bags of foodstuffs bound for Benin Republic
AGS NEWS – The funeral service for the late former Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings, Dr. Herbert Wigwe, along with his wife, Doreen, and son Chizzy, has commenced at the RCCG Isiokpo. Their remains were brought to the church … Continue reading Wigwe, wife, son’s corpses arrive as Dangote, Fubara, others present
AGS NEWS – Rural Electrification Agency’s Managing Director, Ahmad Salihijo Ahmad, and three executive directors have been suspended by President Bola Tinubu due to an alleged fraud of ₦1.2 billion. The suspension follows findings from an investigation into financial activities, … Continue reading Tinubu suspends rural electrification agency MD & 3 others for ₦1.2bn fraud
AGS NEWS – The police brought charges against 41 individuals on Thursday for their alleged involvement in illegal mining activities. The defendants faced a two-count charge of conspiracy and illegal mining. According to the prosecution counsel, Mr. Michael Ojeah, the … Continue reading 41 individuals arrested for alleged illegal mining in Oyo
AGS NEWS – President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the reconstitution and restructuring of the Governing Board of the FGN Power Company. This move is part of the federal government’s drive to achieve comprehensive modernization of Nigeria’s … Continue reading Tinubu approves overhaul of FGN power company’s board of directors
AGS NEWS – The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has taken decisive action against illegal parking around bridges across Lagos Island, announcing the impoundment of 123 vehicles. The revelation came through a statement issued on Wednesday by Mr. Adebayo … Continue reading LASTMA arrest 123 vehicles, alongside 19 hoodlums
AGS NEWS – The deepening economic hardship and hunger in Nigeria have taken a troubling turn, with reports emerging of widespread looting of warehouses and trucks carrying food commodities in major cities nationwide. Daily Post reveals a surge in incidents … Continue reading Stakeholders sound alarm over looting of warehouses, warn of impending cisis in Nigeria
AGS NEWS – As state governors across Nigeria prepare to mark their first year in office, Sokoto State commissioners are urging their governors to enhance the dignity of their offices and streamline their duties by providing and utilizing official vehicles. … Continue reading Sokoto commissioners appeal for official vehicles
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