Arsenal forward Noni Madueke has hailed the club’s incredible strength in depth. This comes after he came off the bench to secure a vital victory against Nottingham Forest, and fans have been reacting. Reflecting on the hard-fought nature of the contest, Madueke admitted that the Gunners had to adapt to a physical and direct approach from the hosts at the City Ground. He concluded by highlighting the elite mentality within Mikel Arteta’s squad despite the early lack of clear openings. He added, “We had to dig deep, we know it’s difficult to come here. A lot of balls in the…
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Popular Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has said that he has not shared a bed with a woman in two years. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Blaming his busy acting schedule for keeping him away from relationships, Timini explained that his commitment to Nollywood leaves him with little time for anything outside work. The moviestar added that he spends most of his day on set and often gets home as late as 11 pm. His words, “People assume I’m a womanizer, but I haven’t shared a bed with a woman in…
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has said that Leny Yoro should be a mandatory starter henceforth. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that the French defender has now reached a level of maturity that makes him indispensable to Carrick’s plans, Ferdinand stated that Yoro looks to be growing in confidence the more he plays. Rio added that the momentum the defender has built up through international duty and European nights is finally translating into consistent EPL form. His words, “I thought the first half was really solid, really sound, kept…
Popular media personality Chude Jideonwo has said that he wrote his will at 30 years of age. He recently had his say while speaking on the Beyond With Ezinne podcast, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he did that because he wanted to think about what would happen if he died while making sure the people and causes he cared about would be taken care of. Chude added that the process helped him understand himself better, and he became more deliberate about his life decisions. His words, “I wrote my will in 2015 or 2016, when I was…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said that his team took a significant step in the right direction against Leeds United. This comes despite seeing MUFC’s winless run extend to six matches following a 1-1 draw away from home. Highlighting the fighting spirit shown by his squad at Elland Road after a tumultuous week dominated by off-field headlines and disciplinary issues, Carrick stated that while the technical level of the match could have been better capitalised on, the psychological fortitude shown by his group was incredible. Stressing that he was particularly impressed with how his players executed the tactical plan,…
Late Mr Ibu’s widow, Stella Maris Okafor, has paid an emotional tribute to her late husband on his 64th posthumous birthday. She recently shared a touching video featuring herself and their children on social media, and fans have been reacting. Expressing how deeply she continues to miss him, Stella admitted that although life has gone on for the family he left behind, things have never been the same without him. She added that despite the pain of losing him, she would still choose to share her life with him if given another opportunity. Her words, “My husband, On your posthumous…
Jose Mourinho has said that Vinicius Junior should have turned his back on Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Vini Jr should’ve joined Arsenal because the Brazilian forward deserves to play in a league where he is more respected. Stressing that he wouldn’t have tolerated such hostile treatment in La Liga, Jose concluded by clarifying that Vinicius’ deep affection for the club ultimately kept him in Spain. His words, “If I were [Vinicius], in his place, I probably wouldn’t be here.…
Popular media mogul Mo Abudu has shared her thoughts on heartbreak, relationships and the importance of self-worth. She recently had her say during an interview with media personality Toke Makinwa, and fans have been reacting. Speaking candidly about her approach to love, Mo Abudu urged women not to remain in relationships with men who are not genuinely interested in them. Stressing that no man can ever make her cry again, she added that women should walk away when a relationship is not working rather than continue investing their time and emotions in someone who does not value them. Her words,…
Barcelona midfielder Rodri has urged his Barcelona teammates to tighten up at the back. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, despite maintaining their perfect start to the season with another convincing victory over Real Betis, Barcelona must improve defensively to maintain its winning streak. Rodri added that he is very pleased to have scored when his team needed a goal the most. His words, “The team is showing its attacking potential, but we’re conceding quite a bit. That’s where the improvement might come from. Very happy and pleased…
Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade has said that she never considered giving up her career for her children. She recently had her say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to her, one of her kids once asked if she ever thought about walking away from Nollywood for their sake, and her response was an emphatic No. Omotola added that even if her children are very important to her, giving up her career and acting talent has never crossed her mind. Her words, “There was was a time one of my kids asked me ‘Mom, was…
Former Super Eagles coach Clemens Westerhof has been diagnosed with colon cancer. His wife, Lilian, recently revealed that the 86-year-old is in critical condition at a hospital in Arnhem, Netherlands. Announcing that Westerhof is currently receiving treatment at Rijnstate Hospital, Lilian urged Nigerians to remember the ex-manager in their prayers. Urging Nigerians to come to her husband’s rescue, she added that Clemens needs to be moved to a better-equipped medical facility in Amsterdam or Germany. Her words, “The doctor just told us he has colon cancer and we are all devastated. He is in a critical condition and emotional, talking…
Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has urged Nigerians to give President Bola Ahmed Tinubu more time to address the country’s economic challenges. He recently had his say during an interview with Biola Adebayo, and fans have been reacting. Blaming past administrations for failing to plan adequately for Nigeria’s growing population, Kosoko insisted that the current administration is working tirelessly to fix problems inherited from previous governments. He concluded by urging fellow citizens to endure the current hardship and allow Tinubu to complete his reforms. His words, “People don’t queue to make money; everybody works for their money and business. Things…
Everton manager David Moyes has blasted the officiating at Goodison Park as the club saw their unbeaten start to the season come to a grinding halt against Chelsea. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Lamenting that his team was on the wrong end of several key decisions that ultimately swung the momentum in favour of the visitors, Moyes stated that Morgan Rogers should have been sent off after his heavy challenge on James Garner. He added that the game was basically dictated by questionable calls from referee Paul Tierney. His words,…
Popular content creator and actor, Woli Agba, has defended his crew member, Dele Omowoli, over criticism of a video showing him crying uncontrollably following the death of Gospel singer Toluwanisings. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Announcing that the video was recorded while members of the crew were mourning their colleague and friend, Woli Agba blasted social media users who described Omowoli’s decision to record himself crying as foolish. The comedian concluded by questioning why people would criticise someone for expressing grief over the death of a dear friend. His words,…
Emmanuel Petit has urged out-of-favour goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to leave Paris Saint-Germain as soon as possible. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that Chevalier has to save his stalling career, Petit revealed only an exit makes sense at this point because Enrique will not offer him an easy route back into the starting eleven. He added that the current number one goalie at PSG remains deeply entrenched in the manager’s plans. His words, “It’s obvious. When you are a high-level athlete, you are a competitor and you want to play.…
Veteran Nollywood actor Kola Olaiya has publicly criticised Pete Edochie over the ongoing seniority debate in Nigeria’s movie industry. He recently had his say during an interview on Oyinmomo TV, and fans have been reacting. Describing Pete Edochie as arrogant for his bold claim about being the most senior Nollywood actor, Olaiya accused his colleague of intentionally disregarding the contributions of colleagues who came before him. Invoking the legacy of theatre pioneer Hubert Ogunde, whose career began in 1944, Kola added that regional prominence in acting does not automatically translate to national seniority across all of Nigeria. His words, “Before…
Manchester United forward Amad Diallo has set his sights on building a lasting legacy at the club. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing the need to boost his output in the final third, the Ivorian winger said that he is looking forward to his 100th club appearance against Leeds United at Elland Road on Sunday. Diallo added that captain Bruno Fernandes deserves lots of praise for guiding him since he arrived at Old Trafford. His words, “This season, I want to score more goals and give more assists. That is…
Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has finally reacted to the alleged leaked audio conversation between her and a TikTok fan about colleague Funke Akindele. She recently had her say via her social media page, and fans have been reacting. Rather than issue a direct statement on the recording, Abraham simply reposted a message from Instagram influencer Bukky Majek defending her against critics. The controversy has divided social media users, with some criticising Toyin’s reported reaction during the conversation, while others argue that she did not directly insult Akindele and that the private recording should be considered in its entirety. Nollywood is…
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has described Lamine Yamal as a special player. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Praising the teenager’s amazing form since the season started, Flick stated that it is his duty to keep Yamal happy and firing for the rest of the campaign. Stressing the need to manage the Spaniard’s minutes, the German manager added that the youngster has to keep enjoying his football. His words, “He’s a special player. We have to manage his minutes, but the important thing is that he enjoys playing. That’s how things…
Popular singer Mayorkun has recalled how Davido stopped responding to him for two weeks after he quit his banking job to pursue music. He recently had his say during an interview, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that the lack of response started making him panic, the “Eleko” crooner stated that he started going to church regularly until something unexpected happened. Mayorkun added that Davido eventually sent him a WhatsApp message, asking him to pack his luggage and come to his house. His words, “Davido stopped replying to me for 2 weeks after I quit my banking job. I started…