Lionel Messi has had a big impact at Inter Miami since he joined, club co-owner, Jorge Mas has said. He recently explained how Lionel’s signing has benefited both Apple and Major League Soccer, and fans have been reacting. According to him, subscribers to #MLSSeasonPass on Apple TV have more than doubled since Messi joined the MLS club, and it is proof that he is a monster of a footballer. Jorge added that Spanish language viewership on #MLSSeasonPass has also surpassed over 50% for Messi matches, and the figure continues to rise. His words, “The Messi Effect is real! Subscribers to…
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Popular skit and filmmakers have been warned by the management of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) against using its uniform and kits for shoots without approval. General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Bolaji Oreagba recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the demeaning manner in which movie and skit makers portray LASTMA institution in their movies and skits is very appalling, so henceforth, offenders would be arrested and prosecuted in line with Section 79 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State 2015 which criminalize unauthorized use of the uniform.…
Tottenham manager, Ange Postecoglou has come out to announce Harry Kane’s departure from the club. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, his entire strategy since he arrived at the club has been around Kane staying or leaving, so the current reality does not hit Tottenham suddenly. Ange added that his team is only focused on the Brentford game right now, and there won’t be new signings between now and then. His words, “I don’t think it works that way, mate. It is not my wife handing me a…
Popular Canadian rapper, Tory Lanez has come out to break his silence after he was sentenced to 10 years in prison. Recall that Tory was recently found guilty of shooting his then-girlfriend, Megan Thee Stallion in 2020, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he will continue to refuse to apologize for something he did not do, and he would never let his current dark period intimidate him in any way. Lanez added that regardless of how they try to spin his words, he intends to always maintain his innocence. His words, “I refuse to apologize for something I…
Barcelona goalkeeper, Marc-Andre ter Stegen has come out to name his top three goalies in the world. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he likes watching Courtois and Ederson in goal at their respective clubs, and he also likes how Alex Remiros career is headed right now. Marc added that Courtois was doing a very fantastic job at Real Madrid before his latest injury. His words, “I wouldn’t include myself! Well, there’s [Thibaut] Courtois, who I think is doing a fantastic job. Last season and before, Ederson [Moraes]…
Catholic Church leader, Pope Francis has come out to issue a warning on artificial intelligence. He recently urged those behind the technology to be vigilant during their work, and the world has been reacting. According to him, there should be an open dialogue on the meaning of these new technologies, so we can avoid a logic of violence and discrimination taking root in the production and use of such devices. Pope added that the concept and use of artificial intelligence must be oriented in a responsible way. His words, “Pope Francis calls for an open dialogue on the meaning of…
Chelsea midfielder, Enzo Fernandez has come out to say that he believes the club will be expected to win the EPL after signing a new manager. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, expectations have indeed changed from last season, and he and his teammates plan to constantly churn out aggressive performances in attack and defence. Enzo added that having an Argentine coach makes things much more easier for him, as they can communicate well. His words, “The main aim this year is to win the Premier League. Now…
Popular self-acclaimed life coach, Solomon Buchi has come out to say that it is insensitive to ask couples, especially strangers, when they are having children. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, no one should ever stoop so low to ask couples who are complete strangers when they will have kids, because you will only be reminding them of the reasons they haven’t conceived yet. Solomon added that the best thing to do is avoid the question, and pray for them to have their own children. His words, “When…
Chelsea defender, Reece James has come out to speak about his journey with the club thus far. This is coming after being named the new club captain, and fans have been reacting. According to him, there have been times when he thought he was most likely not going to stay at the club, but he has kept working hard to reach this stage of his career. Reece added that he is very excited for the season ahead, and the entire team has new expectations. His words, “The journey’s been tough. It hasn’t been easy. You know, there were probably a…
World women’s 100m hurdles champion and record holder, Tobi Amusan is missing from Team Nigeria’s list of 26 athletes for the World Athletics Championships. Recall that the list was released by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria on Tuesday, August 8, and fans have been reacting. Silver medallist at last year’s championships, Ese Brume made the list, and she will be aiming to claim gold in Budapest. Brume will be joined in the long jump event by Ruth Usoro, Sade Olatoye (Hammer) and Chioma Onyekwere (Discuss). Technical Director of the AFN, Samuel Onikeku said, “We have perfected the list and it…
Super Falcons forward, Ifeoma Onumonu has come out to open up on the shocking lack of resources the team has. This is coming after their Women’s World Cup came to an end in defeat to England, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she has seen what the England players have access to as footballers, and it is far better than what she and her teammates have access to in Nigeria. Ifeoma added that the training fields aren’t even great for the Falcons, and where they all sleep after training is not the best. Her words, “Yes I’ve seen…
Nollywood actor, Michael Ejoor has come out to seek help in locating a house help who fled after assaulting and stealing from his sister’s 75-year-old mother. He recently had his say alongside a photo of the accused on his Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the lady’s name is Joy Williams, and she was last seen on Sunday 6th Aug, the day she tortured a helpless 75-year-old woman and absconded with her money. Michael added that this house help actually transferred money from the elderly woman’s account, and even stole her iPad. His words, “The lady…
Manchester City midfielder, Rodri has come out to say that he is worried about playing too many games. He recently warned that he can’t keep up with the intense Premier League calendar, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the reality is that he never gets enough rest, and footballers playing around 60 games a season is far from healthy. Rodri added that doing that for one season is one thing, two to three in a row will bring consequences. His words, “To be honest, I never get enough rest. I feel pretty well recovered after having about one…
The remains of veteran Nollywood actress, Sidikat Odukanwi a.k.a Iyabo Oko, has been laid to rest. Recall that the actress died on Wednesday, June 28, after a long battle with an undisclosed ailment. She was 61 years old and was recently laid to rest in Ife, Osun State. See picture, R.I.P. 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, there is no clear or agreed-upon definition for…
Ex AC Milan midfielder, Franck Kessie has left Barcelona to join Al-Ahli. The Saudi Arabian club recently confirmed the deal on its social media page, and fans have been reacting. Having joined Barcelona only a year ago, the Ivorian made the switch after going down the pecking order in the Baugrana side after the signing of Ilkay Gundogan and former Southampton side, Oriol Romeu. The price for Kessie was stated to be €12.5 million (£11m/$14m) by both clubs in their official confirmation. WOW. Franck Yannick Kessié (born 19 December 1996) is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a central…
Popular comedian, AY Makun has come out to appreciate Nigerians who have reached out to him and his family after the fire outbreak at his Lekki home last weekend. Recall that the fire outbreak recently wrecked his entire apartment, damaging so many of his belongings. Reacting today, AY revealed that God never takes something away from a person’s life without replacing it with something better, so he would remain thankful. Makun added that pain is always temporary when you find yourself with the right partner to journey with. His words, “Pain can be temporary when you find yourself with the…
Ex Bayern Munich player, Didi Hamann has come out to say that it would be catastrophic for the club if they fail to sign Harry Kane. He recently urged the club to meet Tottenham’s demands, and fans have been reacting. According to him, after dragging the transfer till this stage of the window and even speaking about Kane in public, Bayern Munich must know there will be consequences if the deal falls through in the end. Didi added that FCB should’ve known that Levy is a tough negotiator before negotiating with him. His words, “Bayern leaned out the window with…
Popular Colombian singer, Shakira and Formula 1 driver, Lewis Hamilton are reportedly more than friends. This is coming amid dating rumours involving the pair, and fans have been reacting. Both celebrities continue to hint at the fact that they are together after being spotted at a number of events together so far this year. An insider has now come out to confirm that the pair are indeed more than friends following a secret trip to Ibiza days ago. Popular journalist, Jodi Martin added, “I would like to deny any information that has come out in a Catalan newspaper, where they…
Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola has come out to challenge his critics to find a new argument now after his team’s success in the 2022-23 Champions League. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he kept hearing people saying Man City will never be a big club until they win the UCL, so he wonders what the next cheap jibe would be. Pep added that time has taught him that his team is more relaxed when there are no distractions. His words, “The Champions League is a truly difficult…
Nollywood actor, Joseph Benjamin has come out to say that he dived into the taxi business to survive in the USA. He recently had his say after he became stranded in America, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he relocated from Nigeria to the U.S after someone promised him movie gigs in America, but the person later disappointed him and he had to resort to all kinds of jobs to survive. Benjamin added that the entire situation got him more connected to God because he needed more than physical help. His words, “I got to America on a…