Tinubu Signs DICON Bill President Bola Tinubu has signed the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Bill, 2023 into law. Established on August 1, 1964, by an Act of Parliament, and later revised as the DICON Act in Chapter 94 of the Laws of the Federation, 2004, the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria has undergone…
Meet Clara E. Obidike: Fashion CEO, Nurse and Community Leader In a compelling narrative of resilience, leadership, and community service, Lady Clara E. Egbim-Obidike, the revered Okwuru Okarisia 1 of Nwanneka, emerges as a prominent figure, leaving an indelible mark in both the business and civic spheres. Born on February 24, in Umukalu-Umukor, Nkwerre LGA,…
BREAKING: Appeal Court Releases New CTC on Kano Election The Court of Appeal has responded to public concern by releasing a revised Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Kano State Governorship Election Ruling, Excel Magazine International can report. In this updated document, the court has adjusted the original award of N1 million, which was initially…
Nigerian Senate Set to Revise Laws of Federation The Senate has mandated its Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters to laise with the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation, to begin the process of revising the Laws of the Federation of Nigeria (LFN) 2004. This was sequel to a motion sponsored…
ASAP Rocky Faces Trial for Alleged Shooting Incident Rapper ASAP Rocky, (Rakim Mayers), is set to stand trial on charges related to an alleged shooting incident involving his former childhood friend, Terell Ephron. The incident, which took place two years ago, recently gained public attention after a viral video surfaced showing ASAP Rocky purportedly firing…
Federal Government Revokes 1,633 Mining Licences The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has taken decisive action by revoking 1,633 mineral titles previously granted to non-compliant mining companies. During a press briefing on Tuesday in Abuja, Minister Dele Alake made the announcement, citing the primary reason for revocation as the failure of…
A Tale of Two Elections: Liberia’s Triumph and Nigeria’s Travails, by Pastor Emmanuel Ihim, Esq The recent presidential elections in Liberia have set a new benchmark for democratic integrity in Africa. President Dr. George Manneh Weah’s graceful concession to Ambassador Joseph N. Boakai on November 17, 2023, has been a shining example of political maturity…
Mohbad’s Sister-in-law Alleges Puzzling Encounter 72 Hours Prior to Death Karimot, the sister-in-law of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has voiced fresh concerns about the circumstances surrounding his demise. In a video shared on her Instagram handle, Karimot claimed that Mohbad had a meeting with individuals connected to the Ikorodu show…
650,000 Nigerian Children Displaced in Climate Crisis In a recent press release on the 2023 World Children’s Day, UNICEF has revealed that floods have forced the displacement of 650,000 Nigerian children, positioning the country as the second most affected globally by climate change impacts on children. The displacement, occurring from 2016 to 2023, poses a…
Shakira Resolves Tax Fraud Case with Spanish Authorities Ahead of Trial International pop star, Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, known professionally as Shakira, has reached a settlement with Spanish authorities in her high-profile tax fraud case. The agreement was disclosed just hours before the commencement of her scheduled trial for alleged tax evasion on Monday. In the…