Senegal captain Sadio Mane has been urged to reverse his retirement decision ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. The former Liverpool forward will captain his national team against tournament hosts Morocco as the Lions of Teranga seek to win the competition for just the second time in their history. According to Senegal coach Pape Thiaw, Mane must continue playing for the national team after Sunday’s final because he is the epitome of what African footballers should be. Pape added that Mane deserves lots of praise for giving his life and sweat for Senegal over the years. His…
Author: David Folami
Hollywood actress Gabrielle Union has celebrated her husband Dwyane Wade on his 44th birthday. She recently shared a video tribute via Instagram, and fans have been reacting. The video featured a montage of clips of the former NBA star over the voices of women saying, “I love you, Black man” — a viral trend in which users post messages expressing appreciation for Black men. Gabrielle captioned her post, “Happy Birthday Baby. 44 never looked so good ❤️ @dwyanewade.” Union and Wade first met in 2007, started dating in 2009, before getting married in 2014. WOW. The cinema of the United…
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero has admitted that the club is in a difficult and disastrous moment. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Tottenham needs silence amid all of the noise that continues to engulf the club this season because only hard work can improve Spurs’ results in the coming weeks. Romero added that he is very grateful to the supporters for standing with the team against all odds. His words, “Obviously another lose [sic] a game at home, for me only one message for the fans, thank you…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Jide Awobona has revealed the challenges behind taking on a female role in his latest movie, “Rise With Me.” He recently had his say during an interview with Potpourri, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he stopped going to the gym three months before shooting to lose weight, and he even went as far as shaving all his body hair to look like a woman. Awobona added that the movie highlights resilience, support and the challenges women face in society. His words, “To start with, for every movie I produce, I always aim to…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Bukayo Saka is dealing with a niggle. This comes after he left the England star on the bench for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. According to him, he started Saka on the bench to manage his fitness, and he is grateful for his fantastic group of players who can step up to help the team when called upon. Arteta added that his players tried to take more risks in the 2nd half, but it was not enough in the end. His words, “We came here to win…
Popular Afrobeats singer Afeez Adeshina, popularly known as Destiny Boy, is dead. His death was confirmed by popular Instagram investigative journalist, Temilola Sobola, in a social media post today, January 18th, 2025. Recall that in November 2024, Destiny Boy disclosed that he had welcomed his first child at the age of 20. Temilola Sobola wrote, “Singer Destiny Boy has passed away. May his soul Rest In Peace🕊️.” As of March 2024, the singer proposed to lover with a diamond ring worth multi-million Naira. WOW.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has fired a warning to big-money signing Viktor Gyokeres. This comes after he failed to find the back of the net yet again for the Gunners against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. According to him, Arsenal attackers must learn to be more decisive and deadly in front of goal, especially when the club’s defenders restrict the opponents to zero shots on target. Arteta added that winning the match would have been the preferred outcome, but a draw is one more point. His words, “Obviously we want the players to be decisive at this level because…
Plans and arrangements for the burial of late Nigerian Gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, have been officially cancelled. The development was recently announced by a close colleague and friend of the deceased, Lanre Alewilese, via a statement shared on social media. According to him, the decision to cancel all burial plans was reached due to unresolved issues arising from within the singer’s family. Lanre then apologized to the late singer’s fans and loved ones, regretting any inconveniences caused. It read, “To whom it may concern: This is to inform you that all plans and arrangements for…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has reacted to his team being denied a penalty for handball in Saturday’s 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest. Recall that Ola Aina appeared to control the ball with his arm in his box, and fans have been reacting. According to him, VAR concluding that the ball was played off Aina’s shoulder first and his arm was in a natural position was not good enough. Arteta added that he saw the handball live and it was a very clear penalty for Arsenal. His words, “The clear penalty that we cannot forget. That is a clear penalty in…
Heavyweight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk has backed Anthony Joshua to return to the ring eventually. This comes after the death of friends in a car crash, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he heard a desire to continue fighting in AJ’s voice when they spoke recently, and it’ll be a good way to use the chance God gave him to live. Usyk added that the mother of a friend he lost once told him her son would be happy to watch him fight from heaven. His words, “I’ve already spoken with him [Joshua]. I heard a desire to…
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has revealed how interim manager Michael Carrick inspired the club to derby victory over Man City. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Carrick simply told the players to channel the energy in the stadium while defending as a team, and that triggered the unbelievable performance from him and his teammates. Martinez added that it is impossible to lose at Old Trafford when the players are united on the pitch. His words, “One important thing Michael Carrick said was ‘use the energy of the…
Popular Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has denied using Wizkid’s name to revive his career. Recall that Seun was recently accused of chasing clout with Wizzy’s name, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the claims are definitely baseless because he has performed 82 shows globally in the past year, with sold-out concerts in Australia, Europe, America and Brazil. Kuti concluded by emphasising his established international presence, rubbishing the notion that his career needs revival. His words, “Some people are saying I am trying to use Wizkid to revive my career. When did my career die for me to be…
Manchester United legend Gary Neville has downplayed calls for interim MUFC manager Michael Carrick to be given the job full-time. This comes after the club’s 2-0 win over Manchester City on Saturday, and fans have been reacting. According to him, regardless of how well Carrick does as interim coach, he cannot be offered a permanent role when coaches like Pochettino, Tuchel and Ancelotti will be available in the summer. Neville added that the ex-Middlesbrough boss is simply not the right man to lead MUFC in the long term. His words, “I hope he does really well. There cannot be any…
Late Gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu, popularly known as Omije Ojumi, is set to be buried. The burial arrangement was recently announced by colleague, Alayo Melody, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the burial ceremonies will commence on Tuesday, January 20, with a service of songs at the LTV 8 Ground, Ikeja, Lagos, followed by a candlelight procession and tribute night. The interment will take place on Wednesday, January 21 and will be held privately for family members and close associates. WOW.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola could leave the club in the coming week, Richard Keys has said. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, after his City team was well beaten in the Manchester derby, he would not be surprised if Guardiola quits his job before their next Premier League match. Richard added that he expects Enzo Maresca to take charge if Pep leaves in the next week, and Vincent Kompany to return to the Etihad if the Spaniard exits at the end of the season. His words, “I’ll…
Popular singer Omawumi Megbele and her husband, Tosin Yussuf, are celebrating their 11th wedding anniversary. She recently shared a black-and-white photo of herself to mark her hubby’s birthday, and fans have been reacting. According to her, it has been 11 years of God’s goodness and faithfulness for her and her husband. and she couldn’t have asked for a better partner in crime. Omawumi added that her husband always makes her feel like the best girl, and that means the world to her. Her words, “Happy Birthday, Best Boy! Happy Anniversary too! 11years of God’s goodness and faithfulness. I could not…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said that there is still magic at Old Trafford despite the turmoil that has engulfed the club in recent years. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he does not agree that MUFC has become a soulless club nowadays because he still felt the magic as soon as he stepped into Old Trafford. Carrick added that it is his responsibility to ensure he brings the best out of every player at the club. His words, “I certainly don’t think it’s soulless, I think…
Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay is counting her blessings. She recently had her say via her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. According to her, despite a few hiccups here and there, she has never lost sight of the fact that she is blessed with a beautiful life. Annie added that she’ll focus on enjoying her peace of mind because she is a child of grace. Her words, “Realising I have a beautiful life, a few hiccups here & there, but overall, I’m blessed.” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said that the issue between Declan Rice and Arsenal assistant coach Albert Stuivenberg is all sorted. This comes after the pair clashed during Wednesday’s Carabao Cup victory at Chelsea, and fans have been reacting. According to him, even though it was obvious that the duo were involved in a heated argument during the half-time interval at Stamford Bridge, the problem has now been resolved. Arteta added that the back and forth further highlighted Rice’s intense drive to succeed as a footballer. His words, “[It’s] all sorted, all good. Yes, and the good thing is that…
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has come out to celebrate her husband, Kolawole Ajeyemi, on his birthday. She recently shared a photo of the celebrant on her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Kolawole is her small God, father and the crown of her head, and she can only appreciate him for all he does for his family. Toyin further thanked her hubby for always allowing her to be herself. Her words, “Happy birthday, Oko mi @kolawoleajeyemi olowo ori mi, my small god, my father, I love you baby. Huge thanks for all you do for the…