🎧 Listen Live The Beat 99.9 FM

Live on air

At Least 14 Jordanian Pilgrims Die from Intense Heat During Hajj in Saudi Arabia

 At least 14 Jordanian citizens have died during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to extreme heat conditions. 

 At least 14 Jordanian citizens have died during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to extreme heat conditions.  The Jordanian Foreign Ministry confirmed that these deaths were caused by sunstroke amid a severe heat wave, while an additional 17 Jordanian pilgrims have been reported missing.  Authorities are currently conducting searches to locate them. […]

Yemi Alade to Release New Single “TOMORROW” Featuring Nollywood Star Kate Henshaw

Fans and followers have taken to social media to express their excitement, with many praising the collaboration between Alade and Henshaw.

In an exciting announcement that has thrilled fans worldwide, Nigerian Afropop sensation Yemi Alade is set to release her new single titled “TOMORROW” today. The artist, known fondly as Mama Africa, shared the news with her followers on Instagram, where she posted a vibrant video featuring the renowned Nollywood actress, Kate Henshaw. The Instagram video has […]

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Over 300 Individuals and Entities Linked to Russia’s War on Ukraine

The United States has announced a comprehensive set of sanctions targeting more than 300 individuals and entities connected to Russia's ongoing war on Ukraine.

The United States has announced a comprehensive set of sanctions targeting more than 300 individuals and entities connected to Russia’s ongoing war on Ukraine. This latest move includes sanctions against financial institutions, the Moscow Stock Exchange, and several Chinese companies. The announcement was made yesterday, just ahead of the Group of Seven (G7) summit in […]

NPFL fines Enyimba and Rangers, awards three points to Enugu team

The Nigeria Premier Football League has handed down a N5 million fine to Rangers International FC for multiple infractions during the Match Day 35 fixture against Enyimba International FC, held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday, June 9.

The Nigeria Premier Football League has handed down a N5 million fine to Rangers International FC for multiple infractions during the Match Day 35 fixture against Enyimba International FC, held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu on Sunday, June 9. In a letter dated June 10, and issued to Rangers by the NPFL Chief […]

Ayra Starr makes history on Billboard 200 Album Chart

Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart.

Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart. The singer achieved the feat with her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’ which debuted at No. 195 on Monday. The album is also the first project by a female Nigerian artist to debut on […]

Nigerian Superstar Asake Announces New Album and “Lungu Boy World Tour”

Nigerian superstar Asake has delighted his fans with the announcement of a new album that will be released later in the year.

Nigerian superstar Asake has delighted his fans with the announcement of a new album that will be released later in the year. The Grammy-nominated star made the announcement, via his social media handle while also dropping the dates for his upcoming “Lungu Boy World Tour”. Asake’s upcoming album will be his third album in 3 […]

Ten Hag to remain Man Utd manager after review

Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club's board.

Erik Ten Hag will remain as manager of Manchester United following a post-season review by the club’s board. United instigated their review immediately after the FA Cup final win over Manchester City. Ten Hag, who has been on holiday with his family in Ibiza, is known to be delighted at the outcome of yesterday’s review, […]

US President’s son Hunter Biden found guilty of all gun trial charges

US President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden has been found guilty on all three charges in his federal gun trial, becoming the first son of a sitting US president to be criminally convicted.

US President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden has been found guilty on all three charges in his federal gun trial, becoming the first son of a sitting US president to be criminally convicted. The 12-person jury found the 54 year old Hunter, lied about his drug use on a form when purchasing a handgun in […]

SA rapper mourns 9 years old daughter, killed in car crash

South African rapper Shebeshxt is mourning the death of his nine-year-old daughter after she died in a car crash.

South African rapper Shebeshxt is mourning the death of his nine-year-old daughter after she died in a car crash. In addition to losing his daughter, the rapper, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, also shared that he had lost his foot in the crash, which occurred at the weekend when he was travelling with […]