FG Directs Evacuation of Victims of Suleija Tanker Explosion to Tertiary Medical Centres
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced that the Federal Government has directed the immediate transfer of victims of the recent tanker explosion from Suleija General Hospital to tertiary health facilities to ensure they receive prompt and enhanced medical care. Idris stated this in Suleija, Niger State on Sunday when he led a […]
Zanu-PF Moves to Extend President’s Term by two Years
Zimbabwe’s ruling Zanu-PF party wants to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office by two years until 2030. The party’s spokesman, Farai Marapira, stated this yesterday, but gave no details of how this could be achieved or whether constitutional changes would be sought to enable the 82-year-old Zanu-PF leader to stay on. Zimbabwe’s constitution limits […]
Belgium Sack National Team Coach Tedesco
Belgium’s national football association has dismissed head coach Domenico Tedesco after underwhelming performances at Euro 2024 and in the Nations League. The Red Devils, led by Tedesco since February 2023, were eliminated in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 by France and finished third in their Nations League group after two more defeats to France. […]
Tinubu reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Sustainability
President Bola Tinubu has re-emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to sustainability and its role in shaping a global energy future. Speaking to an international audience of leaders, policymakers, and climate advocates, in Abu Dhabi, UAE, President Tinubu acknowledged the critical need for global collaboration to address the challenges of climate change and economic development. President Tinubu assured […]
Bafta Nominations Set to Shape Oscars Predictions
The Bafta nominations will be announced on Wednesday, the latest milestone in an unpredictable awards season which has thrown up several surprises. The British Academy’s shortlists are likely to be a strong Oscars indicator. Last year, the winners of the top six categories matched up perfectly between the two ceremonies. The nominations follow last week’s […]
Fireboy DML Releases ‘Ecstacy’ Video From ‘Adedamola’ Album
Fireboy DML has kicked off his 2025 with the release of the visuals for ‘Ecstacy’ off his fourth album ‘Adedamola’. The music video features dancers set against colourful backdrops that captures the song’s vibrancy. Shot in Lagos by Olu The Wave, the video is the fourth from the ‘Adedamola’ album. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/caf-postpones-2024-african-nations-championship-to-august/
Guardiola Ends 30-Year Marriage
Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, and his wife, Cristina Serra, have decided to end their 30-year relationship. Reports from El Periodico on Monday indicate that the separation is amicable, described as friendly and stable. The couple, who first met in 1994 and married in 2014 near Barcelona, have reportedly drifted apart, particularly due to Guardiola’s managerial […]
Former World Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury Retires From Boxing
Former world heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury, has retired from boxing. The 36-year-old former world champion announced this in a video posted on his Instagram, noting that his boxing career has been a blast and he has loved every single minute of it. Fury last fought in December when he lost his rematch against WBA (Super), WBC and […]
National Assembly Threatens to Halt FG Allocations to JAMB Over High Spending
The National Assembly Joint Committee on Finance has threatened to stop the Federal Government’s grant to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in the 2025 budget, citing concerns over excessive spending. This followed the presentation of JAMB’s 2025 budget proposal by its Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, to the Senate and House of Representatives Joint […]
Uyo-Abuja Passenger That Delayed The Flight To Face Prosecution
An Ibom Air passenger from Uyo to Abuja is to face prosecution for holding an Uyo-Abuja flight hostage, until the flight was eventually cancelled. It was gathered that the female passenger for the flight flight scheduled to depart Uyo for Abuja at 1730hrs on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, would have been lynched if not for […]