Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has come out to give his verdict on the current batch of goalkeepers at Old Trafford. He recently revealed this while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the market will decide what will be done about MUFC’s goalkeeping options this summer, but he is very pleased with the goalkeepers at his disposal. Amorim added that he expects Andre Onana to be better than he currently is next season. His words, “We are always looking to improve the team. And we have some characteristics that we would like to have.…
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Nollywood filmmaker and actor Kayode Peters has been laid to rest in Canada. He was recently buried amid tears and emotional scenes from family and friends. The burial happened on Saturday, at the Milton Evergreen Cemetery in Ontario, following a funeral service at McKersie & Early Funeral Home. A clip shared online captured mourners weeping and comforting one another as the actor’s casket was lowered into the ground. Recall that a Night of Tribute was held in Lagos on July 22, followed by another in London on July 29. Kayode was best known for his work on the TV sitcom…
Since 2023, Nigerian social media feeds and even some government-linked portals promoted the Alabuga Start program, an initiative that promised young African women scholarships, high-paying jobs, and a chance to build careers in engineering and hospitality. The promotional videos showed smiling Black women in lab coats, working in what appeared to be a cutting-edge industrial facility. What the ads didn’t show was the truth: the facility was the Alabuga drone factory in Russia’s Tatarstan region, a place now under international sanctions for mass-producing the Shahed attack drones that have terrorized Ukrainian cities. And the young women who answered the call…
Popular Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has announced plans to hold a special edition of the Hallelujah Challenge at the Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos. The event, scheduled for August 27, is themed “Kirikiri Edition” and will feature praise and worship, food distribution and scholarships for some inmates. According to him, the programme is his personal desire for his birthday, which falls on the same day, but it might not be streamed for security reasons. Nathaniel Bassey added that he’ll be trusting God for a huge harvest of souls after the holy gathering. “Later this month, 27th August 2025, I…
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has come out to say that he is delighted to play alongside Luis Diaz. He recently revealed this while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite partaking in only a couple of training sessions together so far, Diaz looked very hungry and lively in the preseason game against Lyon. Kane added that Bayern Munich will need the Colombian forward next season because he is a dangerous player with end product. His words, “Díaz did a great job today. We’ve only had a couple of training sessions together so far,…
Veteran rapper and music executive, Eldee the Don, has come out to celebrate his wife on her birthday. He recently shared a heartfelt birthday message to his woman, and fans have been reacting. According to him, watching his lady love, lead and nurture their family has been the greatest privilege of his life thus far. He added that he loves his wife more than words can describe, and she definitely deserves to be celebrated on a daily basis. His words, Your love is the calm in my storm, the peace in my chaos, and the joy in my every day.…
Newcastle striker Alexander Isak could have been a Barcelona player, Ramón Planes has said. The former Barca chief revealed this while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the La Liga champions were very close to signing Isak while he played in La Liga for Real Sociedad, but the transfer fell through in the end. Planes added that he saw the forward as a Barcelona type of player but a deal could not be reached to sign him. His words, “Then there have been players which had been able to come but it was not…
Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has come out to celebrate his brother Aremu Afolayan on his birthday. He recently jumped on Instagram to flaunt photos of the celebrant and penned a short prayer for him. According to him, he wishes his dear brother a happy birthday, and he prays for God to continue to guide his path for the rest of his days. The heartfelt post comes months after the brothers reconciled following a long-standing rift. His words, “Happy birthday to my darling brother Olumide Aremu @aremumimostwantedlikecrudeoil. May the good Lord continue to guide your path🙏🏾.” WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet…
RB Leipzig manager Marcel Schafer has come out to explain why Benjamin Sesko was absent for the friendly game against Atalanta. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the youngster is currently attracting interest from top clubs across Europe, hence the decision to leave him out of the game. Marcelo added that he cannot get into the complete details of the negotiations, but Sesko is clearly on his way out. His words, “We won’t go into detail on that, but when I say that several clubs have shown strong…
President Donald Trump has come out to respond to questions about whether he would consider granting a presidential pardon to Sean “Diddy” Combs. This is coming following the hip-hop icon’s recent federal conviction, and fans have been reacting. According to him, while the rapper genuinely seemed like a nice guy when they were both friends, Diddy ended up being very hostile towards him when he ran for office. He added that the music executive’s behaviour is very much capable of clouding his judgment as regards a potential pardon. “I was very friendly with Diddy once. We got along great. He…
Tottenham captain Son Heung-min has announced that he will be leaving the club this summer. He recently revealed that it was a very difficult decision for him to make. Speaking at a news conference in Seoul, Son shared that he had a conversation with the club and Tottenham is in full support of his decision to move on. According to him, he believes now is the right time to move on, so he hopes everyone will respect and understand his readiness to seek a new challenge. “It was one of the toughest decisions I ever made. But I think it’s…
Nollywood filmmaker Kemi Adetiba has said that she might undergo a third surgery for fibroid soon. She recently had her say while reacting to a post shared by Nigerian actress Ini Dima-Okojie on Instagram. Ini had updated her followers on her battle with the health condition, forcing women with similar experiences to share their own story. “We NEED a cure for fibroids  In the meantime, I hope every woman dealing with it is hanging in there  Just know that you are not alone ” Ini wrote. Reacting in the comment section, Kemi simply wrote, “I’ve had surgery twice…
Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot has said that Ruben Amorim is building a team of players that will fight for one another. He recently revealed that he believes the biggest change has been the mentality inside the dressing room. Speaking during an interview with the press, Dalot shared that the coach is tirelessly working on ensuring MUFC creates more chances next season. According to him, the aim is to boost the intensity during matches, and the recent preseason games have shown that there are signs of improvement. “I think we are creating a group that fights for each other. I…
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has come out to reflect on her early days in the movie industry. She recently revealed that not being in the spotlight wasn’t enough to kill her passion and dream. Speaking via her Instagram page, Funke shared that it was a difficult learning phase she had to deal with during the early stage of her acting career. According to her, the waiting period ended up teaching her all she needed to know about people, purpose, and process, and she is very grateful for the wait. Thanking God for grace and growth, the movie star expressed gratitude…
New Inter Miami signing Rodrigo De Paul has said that Lionel Messi got involved in the club’s negotiations with Atlético Madrid. He recently revealed that the Argentine international ensured he completed his move to the MLS club. Speaking during an interview with the press, Rodrigo De Paul shared that the reunion is a dream come true. He stated that Messi called him as soon as the transfer was completed, stressing that their friendship is something he’ll never take for granted. “Obviously, it was a joy [once it became a reality.] He had the greatness to get deeply involved in the…
Nollywood actress Debbie Shokoya has hailed her parents for shaping her into the woman she is today. She recently revealed that her parents walked for her to run. Speaking via her Instagram page, the moviestar appreciated her parents for their valuable lessons that money cannot buy. According to her, she has formed the habit of moving like she is perfect because her mum and dad taught her the art of contentment from a very young age. “My Parents Walked, So I Could Run I Am Running, So My Children Can Fly! In The Past And In Fact Present. So Many…
Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund has said that he intends to stay and fight for his place at the club. This is coming despite the club’s ongoing search for a new striker, with MUFC looking to bring Benjamin Sesko in from RB Leipzig. Speaking during an interview with the press, Hojlund shared that he is not worried about a new striker limiting his playing time next season. According to him, he is fully focused on working hard and fighting for his spot in Ruben Amorim’s starting eleven every week. “I think the most important thing for me is just to…
Nollywood actor Bolanle Ninalowo has opened up on his career journey thus far. He recently revealed that positioning is very important in the entertainment industry. Speaking during an interview with The Nation, Ninalowo shared that being a successful actor is not something that ever happens by chance. He stated that it is almost impossible for anyone to succeed in Nollywood out of the blue, stressing that hard work and being intentional are key factors to becoming a household name. “Yes, first is grace, and then two is positioning. My brand is very important to me. I’m not just an actor,…
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has penned a heartfelt message to Luis Diaz following his €75 million (£65m) move to Bayern Munich. He recently hailed the Colombian’s passion and resilience throughout his stint in England. Reacting via his social media page, Salah described Diaz as an inspiration on and off the pitch. According to him, Liverpool Football Club was lucky to have the South American at the club, and having him as a reliable teammate for many years was a massive honour. “Your energy, drive, and passion on the pitch have left a mark that won’t be forgotten. We were truly…
Popular rapper Odumodublvck has come out to blast Nigerian artists who keep accusing others of using streaming farms to boost their music streams. He recently revealed that regardless of any attempts to manipulate streams, a good song will always stand out. Reacting via his X handle, the “Pity This Boy” crooner disclosed that the artists who keep making the allegations are simply insecure. Stating that his colleagues should stop pointing accusing fingers unnecessarily, he explained that they are only complaining to make excuse for their own poor performance. Odumodublvck concluded by reiterating that the quality of a song is what…