New Tottenham midfielder Sandro Tonali has said that he joined Spurs because he prioritised securing a lucrative deal for Newcastle United. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Emphasising his personal commitment to ensuring Newcastle received maximum value for his transfer, Tonali disclosed that a conversation with Roberto De Zerbi convinced him that Tottenham is the perfect fit for his family and career. Sandro concluded by saying that he is ready to embrace the pressure at his new club. His words, “The first thing was to get the best deal for Newcastle.…
Author: David Folami
Popular singer Davido has opened up about his daughter Hailey’s interest in music. He recently had his say during a recent episode of The Vibe podcast, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he is sceptical about encouraging any of his children to be musicians, Davido disclosed that his personal experience is the reason why he wants his kids to stay away from the music industry. The “Feel” crooner added that his tough musical journey makes him think twice about wishing the same path on any of his six children. His words, “I don’t want any of my children to…
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has urged the club not to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Advising the Reds to focus on finding a direct replacement for Mohamed Salah, Carragher warned that spending over £100 million on another left-sided forward makes little sense given the current squad composition at Anfield. Jamie added that the arrival of an expensive player like Barcola would hinder the development pathway of 17-year-old talent Ngumoha. His words, “He’s a great player, there’s no doubt about that – I’d love to…
Nollywood actress turned evangelist Eucharia Anunobi has appealed to Nigerians to support ailing actress Ngozi Nwosu. She recently had her say during a church programme, and fans have been reacting. Pleading for financial assistance for the veteran actress, Eucharia reminded Nigerians of the joy and entertainment Ngozi Nwosu has brought to millions of Nigerians over the years. Anunobi concluded by urging Nollywood fans not to ignore one of the industry’s respected screen legends when she needs them the most. Her words, “I’m sure you have seen the videos online, please biko… Help us! She has added joy to this nation.…
Everton winger Iliman Ndiaye’s father, Mouhamadou Abdoulaye Ndiaye, has firmly denied claims that his son has agreed to join Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite intense interest and lucrative wage offers from the Middle East, the 26-year-old remains fully focused on his European career and international ambitions. Mouhamadou added that the Senegal international already told him that he does not intend to join any Saudi Arabian club anytime soon. His words, “Many people called me to tell me that Iliman was going…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has revealed his greatest footballer ever. He recently had his say while speaking during an interview with ESPN, and fans have been reacting. Announcing that his GOAT is not Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo, Burna Boy declared that former Nigerian captain Jay Jay Okocha is his greatest footballer of all time. The “Ye” crooner added that England captain Harry Kane is his favourite striker of all time. His words, “I will say Jay Jay Okocha. It is between him and Pele. I am not doing that Ronaldo or Messi stuff.” Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu MFR (born…
FIFA has issued a firm response to the mounting backlash surrounding its controversial World Cup spin-off proposal. The governing body recently released a public statement attempting to clear up what it described as “incorrect media reports” that disrupted the planned consultation process. Insisting that it is not trying to sell football, FIFA reaffirmed its commitment to a democratic process, stressing that media reports have mischaracterised its plans for football. The governing body added that if the proposal fails to secure majority support, commercial operations will remain completely unchanged. It read, “Nobody is selling football. This is not something FIFA would…
Legendary Jùjú musician Chief Ebenezer Obey has said that his mother was barren for 20 years before his birth. He recently revealed that his mum was childless in her first marriage, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during an interview on Monicazation’s YouTube series Tales of Our Legends, Ebenezer described his birth as a divine testimony, stressing that his mother only conceived when she met his dad in Abeokuta two decades later. Obey added that he was born at Massey Street Hospital in Lagos because Idogo, Ogun, had no medical facility at the time. His words, “My history is an…
Chelsea has officially announced the signing of France international Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace. The club recently had its say via a press statement, and fans have been reacting. Speaking upon his arrival at Stamford Bridge, Lacroix expressed his pride at joining Chelsea, stressing that his positive talks with Xabi Alonso led to his arrival. The French defender added that his personal ambition matches the vision laid out by the Spanish manager. His words, “I am really happy to be part of this beautiful club. Everyone knows the legend of Chelsea, its tradition of winning, and to be a part…
Popular Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has said that she sought God’s guidance before coming up with he stage name. She recently had her say during an interview with the BBC, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that she experimented with a few stage names early in her career, Yemi disclosed that she eventually decided to keep her birth name after asking her Creator to direct her. The “Johnny” crooner added that her decision to translate her songs into other African languages is inspired by the support she receives from her fans abroad. Her words, “One of the names that I…
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has expressed his deep shock following Eddie Howe’s exit. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he was baffled by the timing of the decision weeks before the new EPL campaign begins, Shearer thanked Howe for the incredible ride he gave fans of the club for many years. Alan, however, warned that Eddie’s exit could trigger even more unrest among the remaining elite talent in the squad. His words, “I’m very, very surprised with the news that Eddie Howe is leaving Newcastle. I guess it’s…
Jason Kelce has said that he cannot believe Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding photos have not leaked. He recently had his say during an interview with SportsRadio, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that he is impressed with the power couple’s ability to keep the pictures under wraps, Jason revealed that the Madison Square Garden venue made the wedding feel very intimate and special. He added that crying more at his brother’s wedding than his own was simply unacceptable. His words, “I haven’t seen any legitimate photos really from the wedding. It’s remarkable. There were a thousand people inside…
Barcelona midfielder Fermin Lopez has said that he endured the worst summer of his life. This comes after an injury ruled him out of Spain’s World Cup-winning campaign, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he required professional help to cope with the heartbreak of being unable to play for his national team, Fermin revealed that watching Spain play without him was too painful. Lopez confessed that the emotional impact of his forced exclusion was so severe that he initially refused to tune into the tournament. His words, “It’s been the worst summer of my life. I was at my…
Morayo Afolabi Brown’s husband has shared the unexpected reason he avoided premarital sex with the TV host. He recently had his say during a conversation on his wife’s show, and fans have been reacting. Offering an honest account of a decision that many people may find surprising, Afolabi disclosed that the decision was not originally his idea but came after a heartfelt appeal from his mother-in-law. The lawyer added that his wife told him that abstaining from premarital sex makes it easy for couples to receive divine answers when they pray to God. His words, “I didn’t have pre-marital action…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged his players to push the club into a different dimension following their Premier League title triumph. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Insisting that ending their 22-year wait for the trophy is merely the baseline for future success, Arteta maintained that past success will not breed complacency at North London. The Spanish coach added that winning the EPL must mark the beginning of a sustained era of dominance at the Emirates Stadium. His words, “This has to be the start and this has to be…
Popular singer Rudeboy has made it clear that he has no intention of backing down when it comes to false allegations against him. He recently had his say during a conversation on a Wazobia FM podcast, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that he’ll keep taking legal action against anyone who makes damaging claims about him, Paul Okoye revealed that he believes only the law should handle such matters. The “Reason With Me” crooner added that people should be held accountable for making allegations they cannot prove. His words, “The person said something d!sgusting. I got the person arrested. Took…
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has broken his silence on Neymar’s retirement from international football. He recently defended his choice to include the veteran in his 2026 World Cup squad, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that the Brazil captain’s physical preparation was a source of frustration ahead of the tournament, Ancelotti insisted that Neymar’s presence was very vital for the Selecao at the World Cup. Despite the early exit, Carlo maintained that the Santos forward definitely earned his place on the plane to North America. His words, “I think he didn’t contribute on a technical level as it was…
Popular Nollywood actor Kamo State has addressed rumours about his relationship with actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele. He recently had his say while speaking during an interview with BBC Yoruba, and fans have been reacting. Clarifying that there is no truth to claims that they have drifted apart, the skitmaker shared that even though people don’t see them together as often as before, their relationship remains as strong as ever. Kamo added that their busy work schedules is the main reason why they cannot be around each other frequently. His words, “Before I met her, she had been like a…
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Ince has urged Michael Carrick to help resurrect Marcus Rashford’s stalling career at Old Trafford. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Expressing confidence in Carrick’s ability to unlock Rashford’s true potential, Ince revealed that he fully believes Michael can get the best out of the English forward next summer. Paul added that Marcus only needs a manager who would put his arm around him and boost his confidence. His words, “I think Carrick can get the best out of him. I really, really do. If Carrick…
Kanye West and his former personal assistant, Lauren Pisciotta, have reached an out-of-court settlement after she accused and sued him for sexual harassment. Recall that Lauren filed the lawsuit against the rapper in 2024, and fans have been reacting. According to court documents filed in a Los Angeles court on July 28, the parties reached an “unconditional” settlement on July 23. The filing states that a request to dismiss the case will be submitted within 45 days of the settlement date. In her lawsuit, Pisciotta had alleged that Kanye masturbated in her presence and sexually assaulted her during a stay…