In a significant move towards universal healthcare, Canada’s parliament has passed a bill to fully fund contraception and diabetes medications. This new legislation is particularly impactful for the one in five Canadians who struggle with the high costs of prescription drugs. In 2023 alone, Canadians spent C$41 billion on prescriptions, with over C$8 billion paid…
Nigerian banks’ rush to upgrade their core banking systems has caused confusion and frustration for many customers. With banks upgrading to more secure software, the lack of communication and customer support has left millions unable to access their funds, sparking questions about the banks’ commitment to customer welfare. Dr. Uju Ogubunka, President of BCAN,…
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In response to escalating crime and health concerns, CARICOM is taking decisive action to improve safety and security across the region. The Caribbean Community has committed to tackling crime and violence as public health issues, while also addressing infectious disease trends and policy implications. Additionally, CARIFORUM launched a €1 million Technical Cooperation Facility, supporting Caribbean…
As Nigeria commemorates its 64th Independence anniversary, the stark contrast between celebration and the persistent challenges of corruption, mismanagement, and unfulfilled promises becomes evident. The editorial revisits historical attempts at reform, such as the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission’s (ICPC) prosecutions and the House of Representatives’ inquiry into the unfulfilled $14.5 million aircraft repair contract. Many…
Pope Francis Urges Unity, Decries Religious Conflict in Indonesia Visit Pope Francis has warned against using religion to fuel conflict on his final day of visit to Indonesia, the first stop in his tour of the Asia Pacific region. At the Istiqlal mosque, the largest in South East Asia, the Pope…
Tragedy Strikes as Olympic Athlete Rebecca Cheptegei Dies After Being Set Ablaze by Ex-Boyfriend In a shocking and devastating incident, Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei has died after being doused in petrol and set on fire by her former boyfriend in north-west Kenya. Excel Magazine International reports that the 33-year-old Ugandan marathon runner, who competed in…
BREAKING: US Embassy Transitions to New Services Provider The United States Embassy in Abuja and the US Consulate General in Lagos have announced a change in their visa services provider, effective immediately. According to a statement seen by Excel Magazine International on the Embassy’s website, applicants with non-immigrant visa interviews scheduled on or before August…
Indonesia on the Brink: Police Clash with Protesters as Constitutional Crisis Deepens Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Jakarta and other major cities across Indonesia, clashing with police as they denounced the government’s attempt to reverse a constitutional court ruling. Excel Magazine International gathered that the protests, sparked by parliament’s emergency…
Nigerian Man Arrested in US Over $10m Covid-19 Unemployment Fraud A Nigerian, Yomi Olayeye, has been arrested in the United States for his alleged role in a $10 million Covid-19 unemployment assistance fraud scheme. Excel Magazine International gathered that Olayeye, 40, from Lagos, was apprehended on August 13 at John F. Kennedy International Airport in…