Nollywood actress Jumoke Odetola has announced that she has answered God’s call to become a minister. She recently had her say via her social media page, and fans have been reacting. Making the announcement after concerns from fans, colleagues and family members about her latest Instagram posts, Odetola explained that she is entering a new season focused on her faith and ministry. The moviestar added that while she initially considered keeping the journey private, she chose to speak up to avoid speculation. Her words, “Jumoke, your recent posts… Are you okay? Is everything alright? I truly appreciate the numerous calls,…
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England manager Thomas Tuchel has dismissed suggestions that the bombshell news surrounding Manchester City’s financial breaches played a role in the team’s narrow Nations League defeat to Spain. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Insisting that his focus has remained strictly on football throughout the international camp, Tuchel stated that he was entirely absorbed in team meetings, training sessions and match preparations for Spain. He added that even though the players had more free time to discuss the ongoing situation outside of team activities, the open dialogue was largely positive. His…
Late Fela Kuti’s daughter, Yeni Kuti, has said that Felabration is a platform that promotes Nigerian culture while celebrating her father’s life and legacy. She recently had her say during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, ahead of the 2026 edition of the annual festival. Announcing that the week-long festival, scheduled to hold from October 12 to October 18, will begin with an art competition on October 1 at the Kalakuta Museum, Yeni disclosed that a dance competition would follow on October 3 at the New Afrika Shrine, while the school debates would hold on October…
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has hailed his team’s tactical dominance and mental fortitude against England. Recall that the World Cup winners recently secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Three Lions at Wembley. Insisting that his side remained the superior force throughout the Nations League encounter, Luis de la Fuente stated that his team dictated the flow of the game for the vast majority of the match. He concluded by expressing immense pride in the collective spirit of his squad throughout the fiery clash. His words, “I think the game was under control most of the time, apart…
Popular activist VeryDarkMan has advised Blessing CEO to reflect on her actions and make changes when she leaves detention. He recently had his say via his social media page, and Nigerians have been reacting. Stressing that his heartfelt message is coming from a place of concern, VDM urged the self-acclaimed relationship therapist to reconsider some of the choices she has made. He added that Blessing’s past actions even affected how people reacted to the sad news of her son’s death. His words, “Blessing CEO, I hope you get to see this video because apparently you’re using a phone since you…
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus has said that Bruno Fernandes is struggling with a complicated injury. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that the Manchester United captain will sit out the Nations League encounter against Norway today, Jorge stated that Fernandes has been playing through significant pain in the EPL. The veteran coach added that the injury is not a new occurrence and the player has been pushing his body to the limit for several weeks. His words, “In the game against Wales, we went in with all the available…
Nollywood movie “Black Market” has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest audience gathering for a movie screening. This comes after more than 51,000 Nigerians gathered at the Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos to watch the crime thriller, “Black Market.” The record was confirmed on the screen at the event on Saturday night, with the GWR official declaring the feat by announcing that more than 51,000 people had attended the screening. FilmOne, the film’s distributor, disclosed via a press statement shared on its social media platforms that the gathering had officially set a world record. It read, “51,000+…
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has said that he is expecting to sign a new contract within the next month. The England captain’s existing deal is set to run out at the end of the season, with Barcelona among the clubs to register an interest last summer. Insisting that he is very happy in Munich, Kane stated that talks are still progressing in the right way and both parties are very relaxed about his extension. Harry, however, added that his focus is on the England national team during the international break. His words, “Talks are going well. I’ve been quite…
Popular content creator Mr Macaroni has publicly thanked Don Jazzy and Victor Osimhen for their support over the years. He recently had his say via his X page, and fans have been reacting. Disclosing that he was moved to tears after reading messages from people recounting how he had helped them at different times, the moviestar stated that the appreciation made him realise that he had been concentrating more on his losses rather than thanking God for helping him through the difficult period. The actor concluded by thanking Don Jazzy for his constant support since his university days. His words,…
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has penned a powerful open letter to supporters of the club. This comes following explosive reports that City has been found guilty on 114 of the 115 charges originally brought against them by the EPL. Maintaining that Manchester City is innocent despite the verdict, Al Mubarak insisted that the club’s internal perspective has not shifted regardless of the external pressure. The Etihad chief added that the club will not give detractors any opportunity to undermine Manchester City’s momentum. His words, “I have been part of this Club for 18 years. I have had the…
Nollywood actress Foluke Daramola has hit back at critics for mocking her new body shape. This comes after the moviestar showed off her weight-loss transformation online, and fans have been reacting. Blasting the trolls for criticizing her slimmer physique, Foluke made it clear that she is not prepared to accept unsolicited opinions about her body or dressing. Daramola added that she is one of the celebrities who will allow herself to get affected by what people say on the internet. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term dates back to…
Former Manchester City midfielder Rodri has defended his old club amid reports that they face a guilty verdict regarding their 115 Premier League financial charges. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Insisting that he completely trusts the Etihad hierarchy after being assured of their innocence during his time in England, Rodri stated that City’s executives were always completely transparent with the playing squad regarding the ongoing allegations. Recalling when UEFA initially banned City from European competition in 2020, the Spaniard added that he and his former teammates stayed calm until an…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Peter Fatomilola, has said that he didn’t know Ogogo was battling health challenges before his daughter disclosed it online. He recently had his say during an interview with African A-List, and fans have been reacting. Describing the late Ogogo as someone he considered a son, Fatomilola stated that he would have sought the advice of people more knowledgeable than him if he had known about the actor’s condition. Peter added that Taiwo Hassan’s death is a big loss to his family, friends, Nollywood and the country as a whole. His words, “Taiwo Hassan, In the industry, he…
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi is set to stand trial for rape in 2027 after exhausting his final legal appeals. Now that all appeals have failed, Hakimi faces significant legal scrutiny while continuing to represent the French club. Reacting, RMC pundit Bruno Poncet called for the Moroccan right-back to suspend his playing career until the court case is resolved, stressing that he should not be playing while awaiting trial. The self-confessed PSG supporter added that ethics must take priority over sporting interests at this point. His words, “My love for PSG cannot be stronger than my values. Achraf Hakimi’s career…
Veteran Nollywood actor Peter Fatomilola has revealed how generous Mr Macaroni was to him when they met at a movie shoot. He recently had his say during an interview, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Mr Macaroni sent him one million naira for shooting only one scene alongside legendary Pete Edochie for one of his comedy skits. Stressing that he was shocked by the huge amount, the moviestar added that there was no discussion about payment before they finished on set. His words, “Then he said, let me give you the fuel. The money wasn’t less than 200,000…
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has asked the Premier League to retrospectively award his former club another EPL title. This comes in the wake of a bombshell verdict that found Manchester City guilty of nearly all financial misconduct charges brought against them. Taking to his X account, Ferdinand made his feelings clear regarding the potential redistribution of silverware, having played a key role when United finished runners-up to City in the dramatics of the 2011-12 Premier League season. The retired defender expressed his desire to see his medal count increased following the official ruling on City’s financial conduct during…
Popular Afrobeats singer Kizz Daniel has announced the death of his mother. He recently had his say while responding to a fan who questioned his absence from the music scene. Revealing that his break from music was due to his mum’s demise, the “Woju” crooner stated that he couldn’t focus on his career after his personal loss. Kizz Daniel added that while the loss has been very difficult, he is determined to move on for his family. An X user had asked the singer, “I guess album really made you busy you had to pause for a while.” He replied,…
Erling Haaland has been withdrawn from his scheduled media duties with the Norway national team. The decision was made as the fallout from Manchester City’s financial case continues. The striker was expected to address the press ahead of a Nations League fixture, but officials have now made a late change to the line-up. According to The Sun, the Norwegian Football Federation had originally listed Haaland as a primary participant for the media briefing ahead of their Nations League encounter with Portugal, but the plan was scrapped as soon as the news broke. While Manchester City have not yet been officially…
Popular Nollywood actress Lolo 1 has opened up about the overwhelming experience she faced after the birth of her first child. He recently had his say while speaking on News Central’s Jasiri show, and fans have been reacting. Recalling how she struggled with her baby’s constant crying when she was very little, Lolo 1 revealed that she experienced an uncontrollable urge to throw her own baby through the window at some point. The former OAP added that she has her sister and mother to thank for helping her survive a difficult period during her battle with postpartum depression. Nollywood is…
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has urged the public to remain patient and avoid jumping to conclusions following seismic reports that Manchester City have been found guilty of nearly all financial charges levelled against them. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Reacting to reports suggesting a catastrophic legal defeat for Manchester City, Burnham intervened amid growing speculation regarding the club’s future, stressing that fans should wait for official confirmation. Andy concluded by emphasizing the need for a thorough review of the documentation before any permanent judgments are made by supporters or…