Popular Nollywood actor Uzor Arukwe has opened up about his family’s reaction to his career choice. He recently had his say while speaking during an interview with Chude Jideonwo, and fans have been reacting. According to him, his father is still unwilling to accept that he is an actor, and his mum took some time to accept his career path due to her husband’s reservations. Uzor added that prior to his success in the industry, he was jobless and broke after being fired from his previous job. His words, “My father doesn’t know that I’m an actor; he has heard,…
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Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has said that past UCL heartbreaks do not entitle the club to future success. He recently had his say ahead of Atletico’s UCL semi-final first leg against the Gunners, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that UEFA or opponents do not owe his club a UCL title, Simeone noted that he is eager to finally secure the title that has narrowly eluded him. Diego added that being close to a huge goal the club has never achieved will spur his players to give everything on the pitch. His words, “Nobody owes us anything; we have…
Popular businessman Olakunle Churchill has said that he is not legally married to Nollywood actress Rosy Meurer. He recently made the clarification in a long post shared on Instagram, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that reports suggesting a divorce between them are false, he stressed that they never had a court or church wedding. Insisting that he and Rosy only had an introduction, he added that the narrative that she stood by him during his fight with Tonto is exaggerated. His words, “FALSE DIVORCE CLAIMS AND PUBLIC MISINFORMATION Let me address this directly. The reports circulating online about a…
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has hailed his side’s record-breaking 5-4 win over Bayern Munich. He recently described the game as the best match he has ever been involved in during his coaching career, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that nothing matches up to what he witnessed at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday, Enrique said that he has never seen such intensity in a football game. The Spaniard added that the clash was so tight that PSG deserved to win, lose or draw. His words, “I have never seen a match with this kind of intensity. This is…
Former BBNaija housemate Saga Deolu has opened up about how kissing scenes in films are often misunderstood. He recently had his say while speaking on the latest episode of the Nolly Icons podcast, and fans have been reacting. Quelling the assumption that actors enjoy kissing one another, the reality star noted that most actors are just doing it for better script interpretation. Saga added that he has never had a good onscreen kiss despite featuring in several romantic movies. His words, “It is not easy to kiss another actor. It is weird. I have not really had any good onscreen…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will reveal his next destination in a few days, an Egyptian national team staff member has said. Recall that Salah recently confirmed that he will depart Anfield this summer after nine years, and fans have been reacting. According to the media coordinator for the Egyptian national team, Muhammad Murad, the clinical forward is now on the verge of making his next move public. Confirming that an official announcement is imminent, Murad added that Salah would still be a huge addition to any team. His words, “There are news stories being written about him having offers from…
Popular Nollywood filmmaker Mildred Okwo has raised concerns about the future of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA). She recently had her say via her X page, and fans have been reacting. Suggesting that the ongoing edition could be its final outing, she noted that AMVCA might struggle to remain financially viable under the new MultiChoice ownership. Okwo added that she doubts the new owners will be interested in shows that do not guarantee a return on investment. Her words, “I will be very surprised if this AMVCA is not the farewell edition. I doubt the new owners will…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has provided an update on Matheus Cunha. This comes after the Brazilian forward was a surprise omission from the squad that defeated Brentford in the Premier League on Monday night. According to him, Cunha is currently battling a sore hip flexor after the Chelsea game, but the club’s medical staff are working around the clock to ensure he can feature against Liverpool at Old Trafford. Carrick added that the forward’s injury is not too serious, so he should be back soon. His words, “[Cunha] just had a bit of a sore hip flexor after the…
Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson has alerted Nigerians over an impersonator tarnishing his image. He recently had his say via a press statement shared on social media, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that the impersonator is using his brand to reach out to people with fake business messages, he urged fans to ignore any suspicious chats or proposals sent in his name. Announcing that he has no manager or personal assistant at the moment, Adeniyi stressed that any number claiming to represent him should be disregarded. His words, “SCAM ALERT 🚨 ❌❌🚫!!!….. I DO NOT KNOW THIS PERSON OR REPRESENT…
Manchester City defender John Stones has announced he will leave the club at the end of the season. The England international will be bringing the curtain down on an iconic 10-year stint at the Etihad Stadium, and fans have been reacting. Reflecting on his journey from a young prospect to a club icon, Stones stressed that his time at Manchester City will remain a part of him forever. John added that he does not think he’d be anywhere near as successful without Pep Guardiola. His words, “They say all good things must come to an end… but this thing we…
Nollywood actress Kemi Afolabi is celebrating her birthday today. She recently shared a new photo of herself, and fans have been reacting. Asserting that she is proof that God exist, the popular moviestar disclosed that she is more than grateful to God to still be here. Her words, “I am proof God exist. Hbd to me. Forever grateful.” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term dates back to the early 2000s, traced to an article in The New York Times. Due to the history of evolving meanings and contexts,…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said that the club should not overcelebrate qualifying for the Champions League next season. This comes after the 2-1 win over Brentford put the club on the brink of a return to Europe’s top competition. Stating that he won’t be getting carried away if and when they get over the line, the English manager stressed that United should be more concerned about finishing higher up in the EPL. Carrick added that Casemiro deserves praise for delivering consistently this season. His words, “We’ve given ourselves a great chance, we’ve put ourselves in a big position.…
Popular Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage has said that Wizkid, Davido and Burna Boy inspire her to be better. She recently had her say during an interview with Rolling Stone Africa, and fans have been reacting. According to her, even though she ultimately looks up to God, she still draws musical inspiration from many people, including her peers in the music industry. Tiwa added that emulating the achievements of others who are in the same profession helps her to be better at her craft. Her words, “I am inspired by so many people. Musically, I am inspired by Brandy…I also listen…
Former Lionesses captain Steph Houghton has said that Chelsea players wanted Liam Rosenior sacked at the club. She recently had her say on the latest episode of Monday Night Club, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that the players did give in when Rosenior was still in charge, Steph revealed that it was going to be hard for Liam to find any momentum because the boys simply stopped trying for him. Houghton added that the Chelsea players should feel ashamed of their terrible performance vs Brighton at the Amex. Her words, “When you have a team that stops running it…
Popular Afrobeats singer Bella Shmurda has opened up about his outlook on music. He recently had his say while speaking in the For Bunmi documentary, and fans have been reacting. Describing music as a warfare, he revealed that music is a force that goes beyond entertainment and plays an active role in society. Bella added that music is a tool for progress as well as an instrument of goodwill. His words, “Music is warfare. Music is a tool for the society. Music is a tool of progress. Music is an instrument of goodwill. Music is a tool to keep people…
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has backed Mohamed Salah to pull on the Liverpool shirt one last time before his Anfield departure. Recall that the Egyptian superstar left the pitch in tears during the weekend victory over Crystal Palace, sparking fears that a legendary career on Merseyside has reached a premature end. Reacting, VVD revealed that Salah’s quick recovery powers could see him return for Liverpool’s final home games this season. The defender admitted that the injury weighed heavily on Mo’s mind as he left the field on Saturday. His words, “I hope so. There will be a medical assessment…
Nollywood actor Solomon Akiyesi has died in his sleep after a brief illness. The news recently threw the Nigerian film industry into mourning, and fans have been reacting. According to the National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Mr. Yakub Abubakar, the late actor’s daughter said Akiyesi complained of chest pain the night before his death. Noting that the deceased was diagnosed with an ulcer and given medication, Yakub declared that the moviestar slept and never woke up the next morning. His words, “His wife tried to wake him around 4 a.m., but he did not respond.” WOW.…
AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri said the lack of goals has been hard for Christian Pulisic to endure. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Noting that the American international is a sensitive man, he revealed that the physicality of duels and the lack of a centre forward has clearly affected Pulisic this season. He concluded by backing the former Chelsea midfielder to finish the campaign strong. His words, “Christian is a very sensitive man and this drought is hitting him harder. He is also someone who struggles more with the physicality…
Popular Mavin Records owner, Don Jazzy, has opened up on his personal struggles with self-confidence. He recently recounted a uni experience that shaped his self-esteem during an interview with Ebuka on Bounce radio, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that he was often called unattractive by female students, Don Jazzy stated that the comment eventually made him shy and uncomfortable around his peers. The music executive added that the name-calling is why he still struggles to speak in public nowadays. His words, “Girls used to call me ugly in university and no one wanted to be my girlfriend. It affected…
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has told Nick Woltemade what he must do to force his way back into the starting lineup. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Highlighting the striker’s positive contribution against Arsenal, Howe insisted that the door is not closed, provided Woltemade maintains the standard of performance shown against the Gunners. Eddie added that he actually considers the German forward a very special talent. His words, “I thought Nick (Woltemade) did really well today. Yoane (Wissa) and Nick both performed well when they came on. I thought both…