Entertainment

Rihanna makes history as first woman to hit 200 million RIAA certifications

Rihanna has reached another major career milestone, becoming the first woman in history to surpass 200 million RIAA-certified singles units, according to recent reporting and data from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Her total now stands at 200.5 million units, placing her third on the all-time list behind Drake and Morgan Wallen.

The achievement is particularly notable given that Rihanna has not released a new studio album in nearly a decade. Her last project, Anti, was released in 2016, yet her catalogue continues to perform strongly through sustained streaming and digital sales.

Over the years, her music has remained widely consumed, with hits such as Umbrella, We Found Love, Work, Stay, Needed Me and Love on the Brain continuing to attract listeners globally.

The milestone places Rihanna among a small group of artists with the highest certified units in the United States, reinforcing her status as one of the most successful musicians of her generation.

Rihanna makes history as first woman to hit 200 million RIAA certifications

The RIAA is the official body that measures music consumption in the United States, combining both sales and streaming data to determine certifications. These certifications serve as industry benchmarks, with Gold awarded at 500,000 units, Platinum at 1 million units and Diamond at 10 million units.

In today’s music landscape, units are no longer based on purchases alone. Streaming plays a major role, with a set number of streams converted into equivalent units. This system allows both traditional sales and modern listening habits to be measured together.

Rihanna’s latest achievement reflects more than just numbers. It highlights the lasting appeal of her catalogue and the continued relevance of her music years after its release.

For an artist who has balanced music with business ventures and motherhood, this feat is another reminder of her enduring influence and cultural impact on a global scale.

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Sports

‘World Cup is not a small thing’ — Adu Kwabena eyes Black Stars squad spot

Black Stars forward Prince Adu Kwabena says a place at the FIFA World Cup would be one of the biggest achievements of his career as he pushes for inclusion in Ghana’s final squad.

Kwabena, who earned his debut call-up during friendly matches against Japan and South Korea in November 2025, started in both recent international warm-up games against Austria and Germany.

The 22-year-old has scored eight goals in all competitions for Viktoria Plzeň this season.

“It will be a great opportunity for me and I will be so excited,” he told JoySports in an exclusive interview.

“[World Cup] is not a small thing, not every player gets a chance to play [at the competition].

“It would be one of the biggest achievements in my career. I am going to focus on my club form and keep working hard to get on the list.”

Meanwhile, Otto Addo, who handed Kwabena his first call-up, will not be in charge for the global showpiece after Carlos Queiroz was appointed as his successor.

The Portuguese coach has until June 1 to submit his final squad for the expanded 48-team tournament.

Ghana are in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama.

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Captain Bernardo Silva to leave Manchester City at end of season

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of the season.

The Portugal midfielder, 31, has scored 76 goals and made 77 assists in 451 appearances for City since joining from Monaco in 2017.

Last month’s Carabao Cup victory was his 15th major honour with City, including the Treble in 2022-23.

Silva also helped City win the Premier League title with 100 points in 2017-18, all four domestic trophies in 2018-19 and four consecutive league titles between 2021 and 2024.

“What we won and achieved together is a legacy that will forever be cherished in my heart,” he said on Instagram., external

“The Centurions, the domestic quadruple, the Treble, the four in a row and much more. It wasn’t that bad.”

Silva is the only player from City’s modern era in the top 10 of the club’s all-time appearances list and is currently joint-eighth with Mike Summerbee.

He was named club captain following the departure of Kevin de Bruyne at the end of last season and has won six Premier League titles in his first eight seasons with City.

The Blues are currently second in the league and play Southampton in the FA Cup semi-finals on 25 April.

“My main goal as a player was to always play with passion so you guys (the fans) could feel proud and well represented on the pitch,” Silva added. “I hope you felt that every single game.

“I arrived as a Man City player, I leave as one more of you, a Man City supporter for life. Keep supporting this young team and I’m pretty sure they will bring you a lot of new fantastic memories in the future. Let’s enjoy together these last weeks and fight for what this season still brings us.”

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Business

MoMo agents face stricter oversight as MobileMoney Fintech boosts compliance checks

MobileMoney Fintech LTD has intensified regulatory compliance measures on its Mobile Money (MoMo) agent platform as part of efforts to enhance security, protect customers, and strengthen the reliability of its agent network.

In a statement, the company said it is conducting routine checks on agent activities to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and operational guidelines. As part of the exercise, some agent accounts have been placed under temporary restrictions pending further verification.

MobileMoney Fintech explained that agents found to have committed minor infractions will receive warnings, while those with moderate breaches will face account suspensions. Accounts linked to serious violations, the company noted, will be permanently terminated.

The company added that it has engaged affected agents and, in some cases, lifted restrictions on accounts as investigations continue.

“These measures are intended to protect customers, safeguard the integrity of the MoMo agent platform, and maintain trust across the agent network,” the statement said.

MobileMoney Fintech further urged agents to operate strictly within approved guidelines and comply with all applicable regulations to avoid sanctions.

The firm said it will continue to engage agents and relevant stakeholders to promote a resilient and sustainable mobile money ecosystem.

MobileMoney Fintech reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ghana’s digital transformation through collaboration and innovation, noting that its goal is to deliver seamless financial solutions that empower individuals, businesses, and communities.

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Environment

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