The White House has clarified that the United States is not pursuing regime change in Iran, following President Donald Trump’s public remarks on Sunday in which he appeared to entertain the idea for the first time. Speaking to reporters on … Continue reading US not seeking regime change in Iran despite Trump’s remarks – White House
The Federal Government is in advanced negotiations with the World Bank to secure an additional $65 million in funding for the ongoing Sustainable Procurement, Environmental, and Social Standards Enhancement (SPESSE) Project, Sunday AGS has learned. If approved, the new financing … Continue reading FG in Advanced Talks with World Bank for Additional $65m Loan to Boost Procurement
AGS NEWS – International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1.1 billion disbursement to Ukraine as part of a four-year, $15.5 billion loan program designed to support the country’s budget during the ongoing conflict with Russia. IMF Managing Director Kristalina … Continue reading IMF approves $1.1bn for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict
AGS NEWS – The member representing Ningi/Warji Federal Constituency of Bauchi State in the House of Representatives, Adamu Hashimu Ranga, narrowly escaped being mobbed by angry youths who allegedly attacked his convoy in Ningi. AGS NEWS reports that Ranga, who … Continue reading Angry youths attack Rep in Bauchi, accuse lawmaker of poor representation
AGS NEWS – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that those benefiting from the profitable fuel importation business may try to hinder the operations of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. This statement follows allegations from Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote … Continue reading Why fuel importers will frustrate Dangote – Obasanjo
AGS NEWS – Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has said that his administration was one of the best the country has had so far. Obasanjo spoke in Abeokuta, yesterday, June 18, at the Safe Online Youth Fellowship Bootcamp organised by NerdzFactory … Continue reading I left Nigeria better than I met it – Obasanjo
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
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is reportedly yet to initiate prosecution against 197 electoral offenders, despite the passage of several months since the 2023 general elections, according to information obtained by reporters. On May 2, 2023, INEC had announced … Continue reading INEC postpones prosecution of 197 electoral offenders
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has rejected Stella Oduah’s appeal challenging the outcome of the February 25, 2023 Anambra North Senatorial District election, where Tony Nwoye of the Labour Party emerged as the victor. Earlier, the National Assembly Election … Continue reading Court of appeal upholds Tony Nwoye’s election victory, rejects Stella Oduah’s appeal
The Zambian government has taken swift action to withdraw the retirement benefits and privileges of former President Edgar Lungu following his decision to re-enter active politics. Lungu, who previously served as president before losing the 2021 election to Hakainde Hichilema, … Continue reading Zambia revokes ex-president Lungu’s retirement benefits as he returns to politics
Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has requested the Supreme Court to consider new documents in the case involving President Bola Tinubu. At a hearing in court, Atiku’s lead counsel, Chris Uche, SAN, emphasized the significance … Continue reading INEC and Tinubu clash over Atiku’s plea for supreme court to accept new evidence
During his opening speech at the G20 Summit in New Delhi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally announced the African Union’s inclusion as a permanent member of the Group of 20 top global economies. Modi extended the invitation, declaring, “I … Continue reading African Union becomes permanent member of G20
The Special Assistant on Public Communications to Atiku Abubakar, Mr. Phrank Shaibu, has revealed that his principal has initiated legal proceedings against President Bola Tinubu in the United States of America District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The … Continue reading Atiku’s aide reveals filing of case against Tinubu in US
Imran Khan, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, has been convicted and sentenced to three years in prison by a trial court in Islamabad for illegally selling state gifts. The court also imposed a five-year ban on his participation in … Continue reading Imran Khan faces three year prison term and five year political ban
In a recent interview with Evening Standard UK, Grammy award-winning singer Wizkid explained his reluctance to discuss politics in his music and interviews. He stated that the Nigerian masses are primarily concerned with meeting their basic needs and do not … Continue reading Wizkid reveals why he doesn’t get involved in Nigerian politics
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its willingness to welcome former governor Nyesom Wike if he chooses to defect to their party. Chief Tony Okocha, a chieftain of the APC and former Chief of … Continue reading We’re set to adopt Wike into our party – APC
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has expressed regret for his previous remarks in which he called for the election of a Christian Senate President during the 10th National Assembly. Shettima acknowledged the controversy and outrage caused by his comments, particularly on social … Continue reading Shettima apologizes for requesting christian senate president
The Zimbabwean Parliament has given its approval for a significant hike in the fees required from prospective presidential candidates, raising the amount from $1,000 to $20,000. The opposition has criticized this decision as discriminatory, claiming it violates the country’s Constitution. … Continue reading Zimbabwe raises fees for political office candidacy, sparking controversy
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to follow the example set by the late President Umaru Yar’Adua by publicly declaring their assets. The PDP’s call was made through its National Publicity … Continue reading PDP calls for public declaration of Tinubu’s assets
Former Senator Shehu Sani, who previously represented Kaduna Central in the 8th Senate, has shared the details of an assassination attempt he experienced during the tenure of former Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Speaking in an interview in Abuja on Thursday, Sani … Continue reading Senator Shehu Sani shares account of surviving assassination attempt during El-Rufai’s tenure
Labour Party candidate presents evidence in election petition against President Tinubu. The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) admitted documents submitted by Peter Obi, the Labour Party candidate, to support his petition challenging President Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 presidential election. … Continue reading Labour party candidate submits evidence in court against President Tinubu in election petition case
The Edo State chapter of the Labour Party has expressed confidence in securing a significant number of local government areas in the upcoming local government elections. The party has also called on the Edo State Electoral Commission to ensure a … Continue reading Labour party in Edo state confident of winning local government elections
In an official statement made by Hajiya Umma Ahmad, the Commissioner of Local Government in Kaduna State, it was revealed that the Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has given his approval for the removal of two traditional rulers from their positions. … Continue reading Kaduna state governor deposes traditional rulers of Piriga and Arak chiefdoms
Greece’s conservative prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, has emerged victorious in the national elections, describing his party’s resounding triumph as a ‘political earthquake.’ The centre-right New Democracy party secured nearly 41% of the vote, falling just five seats short of a … Continue reading Conservative prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, secures resounding victory in Greek elections
Presidential Election Petition Court has adjourned the pre-hearing of the petition by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, challenging the declaration of Bola Tinubu of the All Progressive Congress (APC) as the President-elect by the … Continue reading Atiku’s petition against Tinubu adjourned to thursday by presidential tribunal
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