Portable Declares Self New Fela Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has declared himself a regent of the late Afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. He said his fans gave him the title “newborn Fela” and he reckoned with it. Speaking in the latest episode of the Bae U Barbi show, Curiosity Made Me Ask,…
Nollywood Star Lateef Adedimeji Marks 40th Birthday Renowned Nollywood actor Lateef Adedimeji has celebrated his 40th birthday today, taking to Instagram to share the joyous occasion with his followers. The thespian marked the event by posting a series of captivating pictures, one of which showcased him donning a sophisticated brown suit paired with black trousers….
US Plans Strikes on Iranian Allies in Syria, Iraq The US has approved plans for strikes on Iranian targets in Syria and Iraq, citing the need to defend American troops following a drone attack in Jordan, Excel Magazine International can report. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized the US’s commitment to protecting its interests, stating,…
Davido Expresses Confidence Ahead of 66th Grammy Awards Grammy-nominated Nigerian artist David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has voiced his belief that he is deserving of past Grammy wins. The acclaimed singer, who had previously been overlooked by the Recording Academy, secured three nominations for the 66th Grammys. In a recent interview with France 24…
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…
Tinubu Condemns Stereotyping of Nigerians as Cybercriminals President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has criticized what he described as the mislabelling and blanket stereotyping of Nigerians as a country with the highest prevalence of cybercrime and other forms of corrupt practices. He voiced his concerns during a public engagement on youth, religion, and the fight against corruption,…
AFCON: Osimhen Faces Drug Test The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has selected Nigeria international striker Victor Osimhen for a random drug test following his standout performance for Nigeria in their 2-0 victory over Cameroon. Osimhen’s dynamic contribution was pivotal to the Super Eagles’ success, as he aggressively pursued possession and orchestrated an assist for…
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…