Wizkid: The African Icon’s Decades-Spanning Journey to Global Stardom By Boniface Ihiasota, USA Excel Magazine International has reviewed an illustrious career of a renowned Nigerian artist, songwriter, and producer, Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, spanning over two decades. He’s adorned with a plethora of accolades and groundbreaking contributions to the music industry. As a Grammy…
African Unity in Action as ECOWAS Orders Standby Force Against Niger Junta By Boniface Ihiasota, USA The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued an official directive for its standby force to intervene and reestablish constitutional order within the Republic of Niger. This decision, as obtained by Excel Magazine International, stemmed from the…
50 Cent Excites Audience Amidst Memorable Night in Brooklyn By Boniface Ihiasota, USA Attendees at the first night of The Final Lap tour, which was announced by acclaimed hip-hop artist and actor 50 Cent as his farewell tour, were treated to a spectacular array of surprise guest appearances. The evening was truly star-studded, with notable…
USA Woman Breaks Record, Becomes World Living Female With Longest Beard Erin Honeycutt, 38, from Michigan, USA, has been growing her beard for around two years. It now measures 30 cm (11.81 in), officially breaking the world record for the longest beard on a living female. The previous record of 25.5 cm (10.04 in) belonged…
The United States has imposed sanctions on Mali’s defense minister and two military officials, alleging their involvement in facilitating the expansion of the Russian mercenary group Wagner in the West African nation. On Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken revealed that the sanctions were directed at Colonel Sadio Camara, the Malian Defense Minister, Colonel…
Niger: Burna Boy Roasts Tinubu’s Military Plans Amidst Fuel Scarcity By Boniface Ihiasota, USA Grammy award-winning Nigerian artist, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has offered his thoughts on President Bola Tinubu’s suggested military involvement in Niger Republic in the wake of a coup in the Sahelian nation. President Tinubu recently submitted a request…
WhatsApp Introduces Screen Sharing in Video Calls By Boniface Ihiasota, USA WhatsApp has introduced a novel enhancement to its video calling capabilities, allowing users to seamlessly share their screens during conversations. The unveiling of this feature, known as Screen Share, transpired through an announcement by Meta’s Chief Executive Officer, Mark Zuckerberg, on Tuesday. The rationale…
Amidst Rising Anxieties in Niger Republic Borders, Igbo Residents Raise Voices Against Military Action By Boniface Ihiasota, USA Anxieties have arisen within Nigerian communities bordering the Republic of Niger, particularly in the Northern region where seven states share borders with the country. Nigerian residents of Southeastern origin living in the Niger Republic have expressed their…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a stern warning that military intervention in junta-ruled Niger is being considered as “the last resort.” In response to the recent coup, ECOWAS leaders have given the putschists an ultimatum to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum, who was detained during the coup. Nigeria, as the current…
Beyonce Wows Her Fans, Pays Their Transport Fares After Show By Boniface Ihiasota, USA In the dazzling world of entertainment, Beyoncé once again proved her commitment to her adoring fans during her ‘Renaissance’ tour at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. With electrifying performances that left the audience in awe, Beyoncé went the extra…