AGS NEWS – Financial data and media company Bloomberg has placed the Dangote Refinery ahead of Europe’s top 10 largest refineries. According to Bloomberg’s data, the refinery, located on the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos State and worth $20 billion, boasts … Continue reading Dangote refinery surpasses top 10 European refineries in recent ranking
AGS NEWS – The Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN) has emphasized the importance of a robust tax system to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) to the country. Mr. Abiodun Oke, Chairman of the Ikeja District Society of CITN, … Continue reading CITN stresses need for strong tax system to attract foreign investment in Nigeria
AGS NEWS – A recent report from Elastos, a blockchain website, revealed that 20% of Nigerians, representing at least one in five people, are using Bitcoin for daily transactions. The research gathered insights from 1,407 self-described “tech savvy” individuals in … Continue reading 20% of Nigerians use Bitcoin to transact daily- Reports
AGS NEWS – A Nigerian man residing in the United Kingdom, Olubunmi Abodunde, has confessed to fatally beating his wife, Taiwo, with their son’s skateboard, according to a report by the Daily Mail. The couple, who migrated from Nigeria to … Continue reading Tragic! Nigerian man who relocated to UK in 2022 beat wife to death with skateboard
AGS NEWS – ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is considering shutting down the app in the United States rather than selling it, as reported by Reuters based on information from four sources. This decision follows legal challenges faced by … Continue reading ByteDance prefers shutting down TikTok in US over selling it
AGS NEWS – The Osun State Police Command has apprehended four individuals accused of collaborating to murder a 45-year-old woman for a money-making ritual in Ibadan, Oyo State. SP Yemisi Opalola, the command’s spokesperson, revealed this during the presentation of … Continue reading Osun police apprehend herbalist and three accomplices for woman’s money ritual murder
AGS NEWS – Plateau University, Bokkos, has halted ongoing exams following the tragic killing of a second-year student. The registrar, Yakubu Ayuba, made this announcement in Jos, the state capital, on Friday. Gunmen attacked the nearby community of Chikam on … Continue reading Plateau university suspends examinations over killing of student by unknown gunmen
AGS NEWS – Singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has raised concerns over alleged plans by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arrest him for alleged Naira abuse. Currently abroad, Portable claimed that upon his return to … Continue reading EFCC is planning to arrest me please help me – Portable
AGS NEWS – American rapper Ludacris has credited hip-hop legend Busta Rhymes for his success in the music industry. Ludacris shared his appreciation for Busta Rhymes on social media, stating that he would not have achieved his level of success … Continue reading There’ll be no me without the help of Busta Rhymes – Ludacris
AGS NEWS – Jackline Acheampong, known as Gyakie, a well-known Ghanaian singer, expressed her reluctance to date any of her fellow musicians. In a recent interview with 3FM, Accra, Gyakie explained that maintaining romantic relationships within the same industry could … Continue reading ‘I can never date a musician’ – Singer Gyakie
AGS NEWS – Bayo Onanuga, spokesperson for President Bola Tinubu, has advised former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello to turn himself in to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), as the agency has declared him wanted for alleged financial … Continue reading You have no place to run to, you must submit yourself to EFCC – Onanuga to Yahaya Bello
AGS NEWS – Nigerian chess grandmaster Tunde Onakoya and his counterpart from the United States, Shawn Martinez, have embarked on a challenging quest to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon. The epic showdown, currently surpassing the … Continue reading Nigerian chess master Tunde Onakoya teams up with US counterpart Martinez in marathon record attempt
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has finalized a $700 million loan agreement with Citibank to fund the rehabilitation of the Apapa and Tincan Island Ports in Lagos. This funding, facilitated by the UK Export Finance, marks a … Continue reading NPA finalizes $700m loan deal for Apapa and tincan ports rehabilitation
AGS NEWS – The Federal Government revealed on Monday its intention to execute the Gas Supply and Purchase Agreement (GSPA) in May 2024, supporting the Final Investment Decision for the $3.8 billion Brass methanol project. This significant industrial initiative, located … Continue reading Federal government set to execute $3.8bn gas supply agreement in May
AGS NEWS – In a viral video circulating on Thursday, a group of armed bandits expressed their willingness to engage in peace talks with Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal. The leader of the bandits, Garba Habeeb, made the appeal for … Continue reading Bandits extend peace offer to Zamfara governor in viral video
AGS NEWS – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a declaration announcing the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, as wanted for his involvement in economic and financial crimes. The declaration, shared on the commission’s official … Continue reading EFCC issues wanted declaration for Yahaya Bello over alleged financial crimes
AGS NEWS – Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Festus Keyamo, has issued a stern warning against private jet owners exploiting regulatory loopholes for commercial gain. During a recent appearance on Channels Television, Keyamo addressed concerns surrounding illegal flights and uncertified … Continue reading FG targets illegal commercial jet operators and uncertified pilots
AGS NEWS – X is filled with claims suggesting that Elon Musk, the famed entrepreneur, may be using a secret alias, ‘Adrian Dittmann,’ to heap praise upon himself on the X platform. This speculation gained traction after users observed repeated … Continue reading Elon Musk accused of using ‘Burner Account’ Adrian Dittmann to praise himself on X
AGS NEWS – Operatives from the Port Harcourt Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended a suspected internet fraudster, Ali Desmond Chinedum, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to a statement released by the commission, … Continue reading EFCC arrest alleged internet fraudster in Port Harcourt
AGS NEWS – Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s first day in court for his hush-money case made headlines as reports surfaced of him allegedly dozing off during proceedings. The trial, which marks the first of three criminal trials he faces, … Continue reading Trump reportedly slept off on first day of his criminal trial
AGS NEWS – A 27-year-old man from Tunisia found himself in a distressing situation when he fractured his penis in two places while asleep, causing excruciating pain and a notable “eggplant” deformity. This rare occurrence, though uncommon, demanded immediate medical … Continue reading Man requires surgery after breaking his penis while sleeping, resulting in ‘Eggplant’ deformity
AGS NEWS – Edo State Police Command apprehends 22-year-old Francis Okoye Obinna for possessing arms and ammunition. The arrest occurred during a routine stop and search operation along the Benin-Lagos expressway. According to the Command’s spokesperson, Chidi Nwabuzor, the suspect … Continue reading Edo police arrest 22 year old with arms and POS machine
AGS NEWS – Israel is reportedly preparing to strike Iran in response to a recent barrage of drones and missiles, as discussed in war cabinet meetings. Israel’s air force, equipped with US-made fighter jets, is said to be gearing up … Continue reading Israel prepares for ‘Clear and Forceful’ strike against Iran
AGS NEWS – The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended Inyangake James Peter, aged 40, for the murder of his 70-year-old mother, Mma-Offiong James Peter, in Etim Ekpo Local Government Area. The Command’s spokesperson, CPS Odiko Macdon, disclosed this … Continue reading Akwa Ibom man arrested for killing his 70 year old mother
Nigerian singer 1Da Banton recently shared on the Afrobeats Podcast hosted by Adesope that he played a significant role in Davido’s tracks ‘No Competition’ featuring Asake and ‘Na Money’ featuring Angelique Kidjo and The Cavemen. He mentioned producing the latter … Continue reading I wrote ‘No Competition’ for Davido – 1Da Banton
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