AGS NEWS – The World Bank has allocated $40 million to support health insurance and financial protection for poor and vulnerable Nigerians under a new health programme approved for the country. The funding is part of the HOPE-Health Programme-for-Results (PforR), … Continue reading World Bank Allocates $40m to Boost Health Insurance for Poor Nigerians
AGS NEWS – The Federal Government is in talks with the World Bank to secure a $500 million loan to support basic education in Nigeria. The loan is part of the World Bank’s HOPE for Quality Basic Education for All … Continue reading Nigeria seeks fresh $500m W’Bank loan for education
AGS NEWS – Days after the cancellation of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Nigeria and Libya, Nigerians in Libya are reporting increased maltreatment. The Nigerian team was diverted to Al-Abraq Airport upon arrival, where they were held … Continue reading Libya-based Nigerians recount ordeals after S’Eagles 20-hour airport detention
AGS NEWS – Nigerians in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are facing difficulties in locating sales points for the N40,000 subsidised rice launched by the Federal Government on September 5, 2024. The initiative, led by Agriculture Minister Senator Abubakar Kyari, … Continue reading Nigerians struggle to access N40,000 rice sales points
AGS NEWS – The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) has warned that at least 3.2 million Nigerians are at risk of displacement as the 2024 rainy season intensifies. This concern is highlighted in the IOM’s Nigeria Response Overview Disaster Preparedness … Continue reading Three million Nigerians face flood threats – IOM
AGS NEWS – At the Paris 2024 Olympics, several athletes of Nigerian descent made notable contributions while representing countries like Germany, Bahrain, the United States, France, Great Britain, and Spain. These athletes, though connected to Nigeria, chose to compete for … Continue reading Nigerians who won medals for other nations at Paris 2024 Olympics
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 – 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 – The Federal Government has repatriated 158 irregular Nigerian migrants from Libya, according to Nigeria’s Charge d’Affaires to Libya, Amb. Mohammed Mohammed. He stated that the group included 77 males, 45 females, 26 children, and 10 infants. Mohammed … Continue reading FG repatriates 158 Nigerian migrants from Libya
AGS NEWS – Nigerian workers under the aegis of All Workers Convergence (AWC) have declared that anyone who is kicking against the planned protest against hunger in the country is an enemy of the people. AWC made this declaration via … Continue reading August 1: Anyone kicking against protest is your enemy – Workers tell Nigerians
AGS NEWS – Popular singer Tobechukwu Victor Okoh, also known as Peruzzi, has commented on the changing preferences of Nigerian music consumers. He observed that Nigerians have become more discerning and less tolerant of subpar music. Peruzzi warned fellow artists … Continue reading ‘Nigerians now intolerant to mediocre music’ – Peruzzi warns colleagues
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 – 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 – Fulham manager Marco Silva has praised Nigerian players Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey following their team’s 2-1 victory over Manchester United in the Premier League on Saturday. Silva emphasized the importance of Bassey and Iwobi to Fulham, … Continue reading Fulham coach praises Nigerians as ‘Important’ after victory against Man Utd
The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations Migration Agency, has issued a warning to migrants about a fraudulent syndicate offering counterfeit employment letters to Nigerians aspiring to work in the United Kingdom (UK). According to the IOM, in … Continue reading Over 1,000 Nigerians stranded in UK as a result of fake employment – UN
David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, secures the top position as the most followed Nigerian on social media, boasting an impressive 56.1 million followers across various platforms, according to entertainment statistics company Top Charts Africa. Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy claims … Continue reading Davido takes the lead as most followed Nigerians on social media
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has offered insights into why he perceives himself as being “hated” within the music industry. Taking to his social media handle on Saturday, Burna Boy stated that he is disliked … Continue reading Burna Boy reveals why Nigerians hate him
Amidst the prevailing economic challenges in Nigeria, Vice-President Kashim Shettima has acknowledged the discontent among the impoverished population towards government officials and the elite, who constitute a minority. The acknowledgment came during the Executive Intelligence Management Course 16 graduation ceremony … Continue reading Nigerians are angry with government officials – Shettima
President Bola Tinubu, during a panel discussion at the G20 Compact with Africa Economic Conference in Berlin, emphasized Nigeria’s key asset as its highly educated, skilled, and industrious population. He conveyed that beyond the country’s natural resources, its energetic youth … Continue reading Nigerians are our biggest strength in global investments – Tinubu
Phrank Shaibu, the Special Assistant on Public Communication to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the All Progressives Congress (APC) for what he claims is the use of propaganda to mislead Nigerians. In a statement released on Sunday, Shaibu … Continue reading Atiku’s aide accuses APC of deceiving Nigerians
Tony Elumelu, Chairman of HEIRS Holdings and Transcorp PLC, had a closed-door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Elumelu spoke to reporters after the meeting, expressing his approval of Tinubu’s decisions that are benefiting … Continue reading Nigerians will gain massively from Tinubu’s administration – Tony Elumelu
Joseph Akinfenwa, Bishop of Ibadan Diocese, has remarked that the prevailing economic conditions in Nigeria have caused significant distress to many citizens, despite initial assurances that the hardship would be temporary. Akinfenwa conveyed this sentiment during his sermon at a … Continue reading Anglican bishop expresses concern over severe pain among Nigerians
The British Council has announced that starting from September 2023, Nigerians will be required to pay N107,500 for academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examinations. Originally, the United Kingdom mandates citizens of countries seeking work or study opportunities in … Continue reading Nigerians to pay N107,500 IELTS exam fee starting September 2023
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a warning to Nigeria and other African nations about the potential rise in food prices due to the temporary suspension of Ukraine’s food exports to Africa. Isobel Coleman, USAID’s Deputy … Continue reading USAID warns Nigerians of impending high food prices
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, emphasized the need for Nigeria to embrace disruptive changes, including the removal of subsidy on petrol and the floating of the naira. During the commissioning of the Solution Innovation District in Awka, he urged the … Continue reading Subsidy removal is a necessary challenge for Nigerians to face – Soludo
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