AGS NEWS – In recent days, a grim trend has emerged across Nigeria as citizens lost their lives while attempting to access government-provided palliatives amidst growing hunger in the nation. The most recent incident unfolded at Nasarawa State University, Keffi, … Continue reading Deaths mount as Nigerians struggle for food aid
AGS NEWS – Uber, the popular e-hailing company operating in Nigeria, is at risk of facing a driver boycott as it seeks a three-month extension to comply with a data-sharing agreement signed with the Lagos State Government in 2001. Reliable … Continue reading Uber drivers threaten boycott as company seeks data-sharing compliance extension
AGS NEWS – In Nigeria, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has reported a record-breaking monthly data consumption of 721,522 terabytes, marking the highest figure ever recorded. This surpasses the previous record set in December 2023, which stood at 713,200 terabytes. … Continue reading NCC reports record 721,522 terabytes of data consumption in January 2024
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Guild of Editors has issued a call for the government to increase efforts in tackling the nation’s growing security issues. In a statement released after a meeting in Enugu, the Guild commended recent efforts leading … Continue reading NGE urges governments to tackle security challenges
AGS NEWS – The Delta State Police Command successfully rescued three sisters who were kidnapped in Egbudu-Akah, Aniocha South Local Government Area. According to SP Bright Edafe, the command’s Public Relations Officer, the rescue operation occurred on Tuesday, March 26. … Continue reading Delta police successfully rescue three kidnapped sisters
AGS NEWS – A man accused of being involved in drug-related activities connected to Diddy’s mansion was arrested while the rapper’s property was being raided by police. Brendan Paul, aged 25, was apprehended by Miami-Dade Police and Homeland Security agents … Continue reading Diddy’s alleged ‘Drug Mule’ arrested at Miami airport amid mansion raids
AGS NEWS – Jose Mourinho, the former manager of Chelsea, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Manchester United, has expressed his interest in coaching a national team in Africa, Europe, or South America. Mourinho, who recently spoke with football expert Fabrizio … Continue reading Mourinho open to coaching national team in Africa, Europe, or South America
AGS NEWS – Multichoice, the organizers of the popular reality TV show Big Brother Naija, have announced auditions for the ninth season. In a statement on the official Big Brother Naija X page, it was revealed that auditions will commence … Continue reading Big Brother Naija season 9 introduces pair auditions for contestants
AGS NEWS – Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla shared how she postponed submitting her first album to her record label due to the involvement of Nigerian superstar Tems. Tyla revealed that she was on the verge of submitting her album … Continue reading Tyla delays debut album because of Tems: Grammy winning singer shares story
AGS NEWS – The Niger State House of Assembly is adamant that the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) must ensure the provision of electricity for 18 hours daily, or else the state will explore alternative power sources. The assembly recently … Continue reading Niger assembly demands 18 hour electricity supply
AGS NEWS – Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai paid a visit to former military Head of State Yakubu Gowon at his residence in Abuja on Tuesday. This meeting follows El-Rufai’s recent engagements, including a second meeting with leaders of … Continue reading El-Rufai’s visit to Gowon follows SDP talks amidst APC departure speculations
AGS NEWS – Wizkid, the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist, has revealed that he finds motivation in being underestimated. During an Instagram live session with TEFLives, he shared that facing external pressure to prove himself only serves to fuel his determination. ALSO … Continue reading Why I love being underestimated – Wizkid
AGS NEWS – Argentina didn’t miss Lionel Messi’s presence as they clinched a 3-0 friendly victory against El Salvador in Philadelphia, gearing up for their Copa America title defense. Defender Cristian Romero scored first in the 16th minute, followed by … Continue reading Argentina beats El Salvador 3-0 in friendly match without Messi
AGS NEWS – The Debt Management Office (DMO) of Nigeria has disclosed that the country’s public debt has risen to N97.34 trillion ($108 billion) as of the fourth quarter of 2023. According to a statement released by the DMO and … Continue reading Public debt hits N97.34tn in fourth quarter – DMO
AGS NEWS – The Federal Government highlighted the ongoing issue of unsafe water usage across Nigeria, revealing that about 25% of the population still relies on hazardous water sources. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof. Joseph Utsev, addressed this … Continue reading Unsafe water use persists among 25% of Nigerians – FG
AGS NEWS – Former Minister Lai Mohammed revealed at an event commemorating Prof. Wole Soyinka’s 90th birthday in Lagos how fake news on social media almost ended his 40-year marriage. Mohammed, who spoke on “The Media in the Age of … Continue reading Lai Mohammed reveals impact of fake news on his 40 year marriage
AGS NEWS – The family of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has expressed concern over his deteriorating health while in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS). They have stated that Kanu urgently … Continue reading Family raises concerns over health of IPOB leader
AGS NEWS – Ryan Joseph Ralph, a 24-year-old backpacker, met a tragic fate after falling from a moving train bound for Koh Tao, Thailand’s notorious “Death Island.” Traveling with his British girlfriend, Shona Morgan, 22, Ryan boarded the overnight train … Continue reading Man dies after falling from moving train on his way to ‘Death Island’
AGS NEWS – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed strong condemnation over the recent tragic killing of soldiers on a peacekeeping mission in Okuama Community, Delta State. Speaking at a meeting of the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election … Continue reading INEC condemns killing of 17 soldiers in Delta state
AGS NEWS – Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has identified three strikers that Arsenal is eyeing for potential signings in the upcoming summer transfer window. Due to Gabriel Jesus’ injury struggles this season, Arsenal has heavily relied on Kai Havertz … Continue reading Fabrizio Romano identifies three strikers Arsenal targets for summer signings
AGS NEWS – Grammy-winning British singer Ed Sheeran recently shared in an interview with Hits Radio that Barbadian superstar Rihanna served as the muse behind his popular song, ‘Shape Of You.’ In his conversation, Sheeran praised Rihanna’s versatility, describing her … Continue reading I initially wrote ‘Shape Of You’ for Rihanna – Ed Sheeran
AGS NEWS – Hanks Anuku is calling on his fans and well-wishers to show him love and appreciation while he is still alive. In a message shared on Instagram alongside a new photo, the actor urged people to celebrate him … Continue reading Nollywood star Hanks Anuku calls for recognition while still alive
AGS NEWS – Nigerian music star Davido, also known as David Adeleke, has resolved the breach of contract lawsuit filed against him by Brownhill Investment Company Limited, led by Amaju Pinnick, outside the courtroom. In October 2023, Amaju Pinnick accused … Continue reading Davido settles N2.3bn lawsuit with Pinnick, agrees to perform at Delta concert
AGS NEWS – The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has announced the results of the inaugural Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates, 2024–First Series. This marked a transition from traditional paper-based exams to computer-based ones … Continue reading WAEC unveils WASSCE-CBT results for private candidates
AGS NEWS – Gunmen attacked a rock concert in a Moscow suburb on Friday, resulting in at least 40 fatalities and 100 injuries, along with a fire breaking out in the venue. The assailants, dressed in camouflage uniforms, entered the … Continue reading Moscow attack leaves 40 dead and over 100 injured
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