FG Mourns Death of Designer of Nigerian Flag The Federal Government of Nigeria has mourned the death of the designer of the Nigerian national flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi. He passed away at the age of 84, at his family home in Ibadan, after a brief illness. “I am particularly saddened over the news of the…
Military Officers Seize Power in Gabon In a significant development, a group of senior Gabonese military officers has announced the seizure of power, learnt Excel Magazine International early Wednesday morning. These officers asserted that they represent all of Gabon’s security and defense forces and are now asserting their authority over the nation. During their televised…
Nigeria Immigration Opens E-Passport Office in Kaduna, Becomes First in Africa The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has inaugurated an advanced e-Passport Production Centre in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Excel Magazine International can report. During the official commissioning ceremony on Tuesday, the Governor of Kaduna State, represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Sani Kila, a former…
Police Arrest Over 100 Gay Suspects Holding Same-Sex Wedding in Nigeria The Delta State Police Command announced on Tuesday that it had arrested more than 100 persons suspected to be gays in a same-sex wedding ceremony at a hotel in the State. In a statement released via its official social media account, the state police…
How AI Gave Paralysed Woman Her Voice Back A woman who had suffered a brainstem stroke and was severely paralyzed was able to communicate via a digital avatar thanks to research from UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley that resulted in the development of a brain-computer interface (BCI). Speech and facial expressions have never before…
Diaspora Alliance Accuses President Tinubu of Obstructing Justice, Risking Regional Conflicts The Diaspora Alliance, known for its tireless advocacy on behalf of Nigerians living abroad, has made serious allegations against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. In a strongly worded communiqué made available to Excel Magazine International on Saturday, the Alliance…
US Imposes Sanctions, Visa Restrictions on Russian Officials, Entities The U.S. Department of State has, on Ukrainian Independence Day, taken significant actions to promote accountability for individuals and entities connected to the forcible transfer and deportation of Ukraine’s children. These measures were contained in a statement by the Office of the Spokesperson and made available…
VIDEO: Traditional Igbo Wedding Unites Jennifer Anyikude and Ikenna Dike in Washington DC SEE THE VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/QNIbdaJK0M0 In a celebration of love and culture, Jennifer Anyikude and Ikenna Dike held a traditional Igbo wedding on July 7th, 2023, in the heart of Washington, DC, United States. The bride, hails from Imo State, and the…
Niger: Global Concerns Mount as President Tinubu’s Request Raises Ethical Questions The recent decision by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to consider the possibility of military intervention in Niger, reportedly at the request of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has reverberated throughout the international community. This move, ostensibly aimed at “Restoring Democracy,” has…
Four Killed, Many Injured in US Bar Shooting In a tragic incident at a biker bar located in southern California, the United States, no fewer than four individuals lost their lives, while an additional six suffered injuries due to a shooting incident. According to information at Excel Magazine International disposal, the assailant was among the…