Recent headlines have highlighted significant developments across various sectors, from real estate controversies in Nigeria to major banking scandals in Canada and landmark energy agreements. Demolition Controversy in Lagos In Nigeria, Stella Okengwu, a real estate investor, has voiced her outrage over the demolition of WinHomes Global Estate, a $250 million property allegedly ordered by…
Singapore has become one of the world’s “Blue Zones,” a region where people enjoy longer, healthier lives, with life expectancy now reaching 86 years. This success comes from a combination of government policies and community lifestyle choices. The city-state has strict public smoking bans, heavy taxes on cigarettes and alcohol, and encourages healthier diets. Universal…
Hurricane Milton ravaged Florida with fierce winds, flooding, and tornadoes, leaving 16 dead and millions without power. Communities face widespread destruction, as stories of survival and rescue emerge, including daring evacuations and rebuilding efforts. As officials warn against disaster sightseeing, residents and authorities focus on recovery. The storm highlights the urgent need for climate action…
For years, Fulbright scholarships have funded Yoruba and Hausa language teachers to educate students in U.S. universities, but Igbo is missing from the curriculum. Many Igbos have pointed to marginalization as the cause. However, the deeper issue lies in the lack of concerted efforts to promote the Igbo language and culture at the academic…
Prominent Igbo Leader, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu is Dead The Ohanaeze Ndigbo community is in mourning following the death of its President General, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at the age of 82, Excel Magazine International can report. This was confirmed in a statement released by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu,…
Arsonists Set Fire on Emir Sanusi II’s Palace in Kano A fire outbreak, suspected to have been set by unidentified persons, has destroyed parts of the Gidan Rumfa palace, the residence of the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II. Sources within the palace reported that the affected area was at Kofar Kudu, a section…
Popular Traditional Ruler Dies After Eid-el-Fitr Prayer The traditional ruler of Isolo in Lagos State, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka, is dead. He died shortly after observing the Eid prayers on Wednesday. The Chairman of Isolo Local Council Development Area, Olasoju Adebayo, confirmed his death to journalists. He stated that the deceased monarch would be buried by…
Tributes Flow as Dignitaries Gather for Akeredolu’s Service of Songs Dignitaries, on Monday, paid tributes to the late Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, at the Evening of Tributes and Service of Songs organised in his honour at the Jogor Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State capital. A former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, in his…
Otti Makes Clarification on N1.5bn Budget for Hilux Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, said that his administration actually budgeted 150 million naira for two Toyota Hilux vehicles, saying that the 1.5 billion naira initially stated in an earlier report was an error from software. Governor Otti said this on Tuesday at Ezeukwu road market in…
Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer Alleges Assassination Plot Ifeanyi Ejiofor, a prominent legal representative for Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has raised alarm over an alleged plot to assassinate him. According to Ejiofor, a “kinsman” identified as the “chief plotter” has purportedly contracted assassins and provided them with weapons for the…