South African Soccer Chief Danny Jordaan Arrested for Fraud
South African soccer chief Danny Jordaan, who helped bring the first-ever FIFA World Cup tournament to Africa, has been arrested on fraud and theft charges. Jordaan is accused of using about R1.3 million of South African Football Association (SAFA) funds to hire a PR firm and a private security company for his personal benefit. Jordaan, […]
Trump And Biden Promise Smooth Transition Of Power
US President-elect Donald Trump made a triumphant return to Washington yesterday, to meet with long-time political rival, outgoing President Joe Biden. Biden told the president-elect “congratulations,” adding that he looked “forward to a smooth transition” of power. Trump is moving quickly to build his incoming administration, having already announced some members of his new cabinet’s administration. Trump has nominated Congressman Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard for Director Of National Intelligence, Senator Marco Rubio to be Secretary Of State, Pete Hegseth – a Fox News host and Army veteran – as Defence Secretary, and John Ratcliffe as head of the CIA. Republicans have again, secured majority control of the House of Representatives, solidifying leadership of both chambers of Congress. The party voted to return Mike Johnson as Speaker and Steve Scalise as House Majority Leader in the next Congress, which begins in January.
Somaliland Conduct Presidential Election
Somaliland has held its presidential election, at a time when the breakaway Somali region sees international recognition within reach after three decades of defacto self-rule. President Muse Abdi, in power since 2017, is standing for re-election against the main opposition party’s candidate, Abdirahman Cirro. Somaliland, which occupies a strategic position near the entryway to the Red Sea, declared independence from the Mogadishu government in 1991, but has not been recognised by any other country, restricting access to international finance and the ability of its 6 million people to travel. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/former-disney-star-skai-jackson-confirms-pregnancy/
Former Disney Star Skai Jackson Confirms Pregnancy
On November 12, 2024, actress Skai Jackson was photographed in Los Angeles, showcasing her baby bump while walking with her mother. Confirming the pregnancy to People Magazine, Jackson revealed that the father of her child is her boyfriend, though she has chosen not to disclose his identity publicly. Expressing her excitement, Jackson said, “I’m thrilled […]
South Korean Actor, Song Jae-Rim Dies at 39
South Korean actor Song Jae-Rim, renowned for his role in the K-drama The Moon Embracing the Sun, was found dead at his Seoul apartment on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the age of 39. Seoul’s Seongdong Police Station confirmed the incident, noting, “Currently, there is no evidence of foul play.” A two-page letter was reportedly […]
Bruno Mars Breaks Spotify Monthly Listener Record Twice
Bruno Mars has achieved a new milestone in his music career, surpassing The Weeknd’s record of 120 million monthly listeners on Spotify. The Weeknd, who became the first artist to reach 100 million monthly listeners and later set the bar at 120 million, has now been overtaken by Mars. This accomplishment follows Bruno Mars’s first […]
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 HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/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 […]
FG to Begin Payment of Pension Backlog
The Federal Government has promised to pay the outstanding pension arrears as it released only about 25 per cent of the total amount budgeted for 2024. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, made the commitment yesterday when retirees from Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme staged a protest at the Federal […]
Fire guts gym centre in Abuja
Fire has razed the Eco Fitness Hub in Gwarinpa, Abuja. The fire erupted in the early hours of Wednesday. Eyewitnesses said no casualties were recorded. At the time of reporting, the cause of the outbreak has not been ascertained. “We’ve called the federal fire service for like an hour now. They’ve not been here. We […]