President Tinubu Seeks Approval for Fresh $2.2bn External Loan
President Bola Tinubu has written to the National Assembly for approval of a fresh $2.2 billion loan. According to a letter read during yesterday’s plenary by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, if approved, the loan will be used to finance part of the budget deficit of N9.7tn in the 2024 budget. […]
Cubana Chief Priest Backs Okorocha’s Call for Kanu’s Release
Businessman and socialite Pascal Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, has joined former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha in calling for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Cubana Chief Priest shared a video of Okorocha’s tribute to the late […]
CBN Warns against Fraudulent Contracts, Project Funding Claims
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has cautioned Nigerians to beware of fraudsters claiming to possess contract award letters or special financial interventions allegedly linked to the bank. In a statement issued by Mrs Hakama Ali, Acting Director Corporate Communications Department, the apex bank dismissed such claims as fraudulent reiterating that the CBN, under its […]
Wizkid Breaks Streaming Record with ‘Kese’ on Spotify
Wizkid has achieved another milestone as his latest single, “Kese,” set a new record for the highest opening-day streams on Spotify Nigeria, with 1.5 million streams. This surpassed the previous record held by his song “Piece of My Heart” featuring Brent Faiyaz, which had 1.016 million streams. Additionally, Wizkid set the record for the most […]
2025 FilmJoint Awards: See Full List of Nominees
The countdown to the 2025 Filmjoint Awards has begun, showcasing an impressive lineup of nominated films. This year’s nominations highlight a diverse mix of genres, styles, and talent, each presenting a distinctive and captivating viewing experience. The leading films in contention are set to compete across multiple categories for top honors at this prestigious event. […]
Court Orders South Africa Police to End Standoff with Illegal Miners
A South African High court in Pretoria has temporarily ordered police to end a standoff with illegal miners and allow emergency workers to gain access to a shaft where hundreds are believed to be holed up. The Court, said in an interim ruling that all miners underground in the mine in Stilfontein should be allowed […]
Super Eagles Qualify for 2025 AFCON
Nigeria secured a ticket to participate in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco as Group winners, after a 1-1 draw with Benin Republic in Abidjan. The Eagles remain unbeaten in the AFCON qualification campaign with 11 points, going into their last game of the series against Rwanda in Uyo. Rwanda, with five […]
Reekado Banks Drops a New Single ‘Solo’
Reekado Banks has dropped a new single, ‘Solo’. The Afrobeats singer, who is well known for chart-topping records like ‘Ozumba Mbadiwe’, announced this on his Instagram page yesterday. Read Another Story:https://thebeat99.com/super-eagles-players-arrive-camp-for-afcon-qualifier/
Super Eagles Players Arrive Camp for AFCON Qualifier
21 Super Eagles players have arrived camp in Abidjan ahead of the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali and Umar Sadiq are the only players yet to hit camp. The team will have their first team training in Abidjan later tonight. The three-time African champions will tackle Benin Republic in […]
Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly Expect their First Child
Actress Megan Fox announced her pregnancy with fiancé Machine Gun Kelly in a heartfelt Instagram post on November 12, 2024. Sharing a photo from her maternity shoot, where she is covered in black liquid and cradling her baby bump, Fox tagged Kelly in the image. She also posted a close-up of a positive pregnancy test, […]
