Nigerian Music Stars Shine Bright in Streaming Revenue Race Nigeria’s top music artistes have achieved significant wealth through the booming streaming industry, as revealed by recent data shared by Boardroom on Instagram. The data, as seen by Excel Magazine International offers insight into the number of streams required across the top 10 streaming platforms to…
Nigeria’s Vehicle Imports Plunge by 32% Amid Naira Depreciation In 2023, Nigeria witnessed a sharp 32% decline in motor vehicle imports, totaling 132,293 units compared to 194,550 in 2022, reflecting the sustained depreciation of the Naira, according to data from the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). Financial Vanguard’s investigation revealed a significant downturn across various import…
ICJ Rules on Gaza Genocide Allegations The International Court of Justice in The Hague, Friday, has delivered its ruling on the allegations of genocide on Gaza by Israel levelled by South Africa. Following the attack on October 7, 2023, Israel launched a military campaign against Gaza, killing thousands of civilans South Africa had dragged Israel…
Air Force Chief Apologizes for Accidental Airstrike in Nasarawa Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, has apologised to the Nasarawa state government and the families of victims of 2023 airstrike. In an accidental air strike, the force had bombed residents of Rukubi community in Doma, headquarters of Doma Local Government Area of the…
Portable Questions Justice Disparity in Nigeria Controversial musician, Portable, has voiced his frustration, suggesting that justice in Nigeria is predominantly pursued for the deceased. His comments come amidst his hospitalization following an assault he allegedly suffered for failing to perform at a scheduled event. Portable, who took to social media earlier in the week to…
BREAKING: Ondo Governor Dissolves State Executive Council with Immediate Effect Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has announced the dissolution of the State Executive Council, Excel Magazine International can report. Additionally, the governor has relieved all Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants of their duties, effective immediately. The decision was communicated through a statement by…
Yul Edochie Embraces God’s Calling, Launches “True Salvation Ministry” Nollywood actor Yul Edochie announced on Tuesday that he has embraced God’s calling and is set to share the authentic gospel through his newly launched ministry, “True Salvation Ministry (TSM).” Taking to Instagram, Yul shared details, including visuals, of his upcoming Sunday sermons on YouTube. In…
FULL LIST: Oscar Nominations 2024 Hollywood has discovered the nominations for this year’s Oscars, which will honour the film industry’s finest stars and movies from the past 12 months. See the full list of contenders below. – Best picture American Fiction Anatomy of a Fall Barbie The Holdovers Killers of the Flower Moon Maestro Oppenheimer…
Burna Boy Makes History as First African to Perform at Grammys Nigerian music sensation, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has been added to the roster of performers for the 2024 Grammy Awards, marking the first time an African artist will grace the prestigious stage. The Recording Academy disclosed this exciting news on Monday,…
EFCC Contemplates Next Move in Peter Odili’s N100 Billion Allegations The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) remains uncertain about its course of action regarding the alleged misappropriation of N100 billion by former Rivers State Governor, Dr. Peter Odili, between 1999 and 2007, Excel Magazine International has gathered. Vanguard’s investigation reveals that despite media speculations…