Veteran Nigerian musician Zaaki Azzay has said he can only support a presidential candidate who is willing to make sacrifices for the country. He recently had his say during an interview with Saturday Beats amid ongoing political conversations in Nigeria. Emphasizing that he is only interested in voting for a leader who is genuinely committed to Nigeria’s progress, Zaaki stated that he has yet to see any politician who truly stands out from the rest. Stressing that the devil you know is better than an unknown angel, he added that Tinubu should be allowed to complete his eight years. His…
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised Jeremy Doku’s explosive form this season. This comes as MCFC prepares for a pivotal Premier League clash against Brentford, and fans have been reacting. Hailing the winger’s attacking threat and defensive work-rate, Pep revealed that since he gets blamed for players playing badly, he deserves praise for Doku’s impressive form as well. The Spaniard added that Brentford has done so well this campaign despite losing Thomas Frank at the end of last season. His words, “The manager always. When the player play good it is thanks to the manager. When they play bad,…
Popular Afrobeats singer Rema has been named among an all-star lineup of global music stars set to headline the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. FIFA recently made the announcement via a press statement posted on its official handle on Saturday. According to the football governing body, three opening ceremonies will be held separately across the three host countries, with the United States’ celebration scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026. Joining him on stage at the Los Angeles Stadium are South African star Tyla, American rapper Future, pop icon Katy Perry, Brazilian singer Anitta…
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has opened up on the legendary figures who have shaped his career at Old Trafford. He recently highlighted the extraordinary professionalism of Cristiano Ronaldo and the winning mentality of Zlatan Ibrahimovic. According to him, he considers Ronaldo as the standout figure among his former teammates, especially during the Portuguese forward’s second spell at MUFC. Shaw added that he was also amazed by Ibrahimovic’s physique and intense approach during matches and in training. Her words, “I feel like I’ve been really lucky with the players I’ve played with. I could go through so many, but I…
Popular content creator Mummy Wa has shared insights about cultural experimentation in her new film, “My Alien Lover.” She recently had her say during an interview with Saturday Beats, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that her journey into filmmaking has always been guided by a desire to stand out and explore unconventional storytelling, the actress shared that she intentionally took a more ambitious direction with her latest project. Mummy Wa added that infusing Korean and Nigerian cultures in her movie was her way of promoting other languages. Her words, “From my first movie, ‘My Sunshine’, my aim has always…
Manchester City legend Sergio Aguero has tipped fellow countryman Julian Alvarez to complete a high-profile move to Barcelona this summer. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Reacting to the names linked as the potential Robert Lewandowski successor at the Camp Nou, Aguero revealed that he believes Alvarez possesses the unique defensive work rate and tactical intelligence required to thrive at Barcelona. Stressing that the Argentine forward offers far more than just goalscoring, Sergio added that Julian’s defensive contributions set him apart from other modern strikers. His words, “Julian would be a…
Popular creative consultant Tolu Fagbure has said that indiscipline could ruin Bimbo Ademoye’s Nollywood career. He recently had his say while speaking during an interview with Juwon Beta, and fans have been reacting. According to him, even though Bimbo Ademoye is everything an actor should be, at least 4 people have spoken to him about her lack of discipline in the Nigerian movie industry. Warning the moviestar to remain professional at all times, he stated that such behaviour could end up affecting her acting career negatively. WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The…
Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has said that Morgan Gibbs-White could be Bruno Fernandes’ playmaking successor at the club. This comes amid MUFC’s links to Elliot Anderson, and fans have been reacting. On whether the Red Devils should already be planning for life without Fernandes, Rene revealed that, alongside players like Odegaard, Cherki and Bernardo Silva, Gibbs-White is a good midfielder who can offer close to what Bruno delivers on the pitch. Stressing that top teams are known to plan ahead, Meulensteen added that the Red Devils must start preparing for life after Fernandes. His words, “You always do…
Veteran Nollywood actors Joke Silva, Nkem Owoh, Patience Ozokwo and Afeez Oyetoro have been honoured with the AMVCA Icon Award at the AMVCA Icons Night. The ceremony formed part of activities lined up ahead of the 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards scheduled for Saturday at Eko Hotel and Suites. The Cultural Night, another event in the AMVCA lineup, went down on Friday as guests continued preparations for the main awards ceremony. This year’s AMVCA features 32 categories, including 18 jury-decided awards and 11 audience-voting categories. Among the productions leading the nominations this year are “Gingerrr” and…
Chelsea legend Ruud Gullit has said that the Blues are slowly falling off like Tottenham. He recently revealed that the club could find itself on the same slippery slope if the owners don’t sit up, and fans have been reacting. According to him, even though he hopes that fate can be avoided, the lack of clarity as far as Chelsea’s philosophy is concerned is a recipe for disaster. Emphasizing how Paris Saint-Germain needs to be used as a source of inspiration, Ruud added that a perfect blend of experience and youth is needed at Stamford Bridge. His words, “I hope…
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has come out to praise her colleague, Jim Iyke, over his show of gratitude. Recall that Jim recently recounted Henshaw’s good deeds to him in the past, and fans have been reacting. Emphasizing that most people develop amnesia when they get elevated in life, Kate described her colleague as rare for constantly remembering those who were good to him. Insisting that the actor is a good man, she added that Jim Iyke will always be special to her. Her words, “He remembers, and that is rare to find in people. Once some elevate in life, they…
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has said that the team hit their collective and individual best levels of performance in their 4-0 Europa League semifinal win over Nottingham Forest. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Urging his players to keep their emotions in check ahead of the UEL final, Emery revealed that everyone at Villa deserves to be proud of the club’s latest achievement. Unai added that he is looking forward to facing a very good Freiburg team in Istanbul on the 20th of May. His words, “It’s very important, but…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has explained why he admires Charly Boy despite initially being put off by his unconventional style of dressing. He recently had his say during an interview on the “Before Tomorrow Comes” podcast, and Nigerians have been reacting. Reflecting on his long-standing acquaintance with Charly Boy’s family, OBJ revealed that his perception of the former singer changed over time because of his close relationship with his late father, Justice Oputa. Obasanjo added that he eventually discovered that there was more to Charly Boy than his weird lifestyle as an entertainer. His words, “I was close to Charlie…
Former Senegal defender Lamine Sané has said that he believes the Teranga Lions can replace captain Kalidou Koulibaly in the backline. Recall that Koulibaly recently picked up a potentially serious thigh contusion with a hematoma after bumping into a teammate. Speaking to the press hours ago, Sane expressed confidence that Senegal is blessed with capable players who can step up and replace the long-standing skipper should he fail to recover in time. Stressing that Kalidou also replaced players when he was coming up, he concluded by saying that he has lots of faith in the national team. His words, “We…
Nollywood actress Habibat Jinad has said that she once paid Odunlade Adekola N130,000 to star in her latest movie. She recently had her say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to her, she was very shocked when the veteran actor accepted her humble payment because the amount is far below what many top movie stars would normally charge. Appreciating Odunlade for supporting her career as a producer, she declared that his kind gesture left a permanent mark on her heart. Her words, “Brother Odun, God bless you. If I remember what he did, my heart…
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has shared the scenes of chaos inside the team’s dressing room after the club secured their place in the UCL final. The North London giants recently ended a two-decade wait for a European Cup final appearance with a tough 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium, thanks to a Bukayo Saka winner. Disclosing that what Arsenal has done so far this season should not be underestimated, Rice revealed that the players and fans have every right to celebrate reaching the final of the most prestigious competition in club football. Admitting that the gravity of…
Nollywood actress Bisola Aiyeola has opened up about the identity of her daughter’s father. She recently had her say while speaking as a guest on Ife Agoro’s podcast, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that her baby daddy died after a brief illness, Bisola shared that the loss was very heartbreaking for her and her family at the time. The reality star added that she eventually had to gather the courage to inform her daughter about her dad’s passing. Her words, “It was a heartbreaking experience. He died in August 2018. He was sick and had been on admission in…
Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen has said that Jarrod Bowen is the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he believes Bowen is the standout candidate to step into the shoes of the departing Egyptian because he is an absolutely brilliant footballer. Owen added that if West Ham gets relegated at the end of the season, Jarrod would be a sensible choice for Liverpool. His words, “How did you know? I told a couple of my mates yesterday that he’s the one player I…
Veteran entertainer Charly Boy has opened up about his confrontation with former Imo State governor Rochas Okorocha during the burial of his father, Justice Chukwudifu Oputa. Recall that Charly Boy reportedly interrupted Okorocha while he was addressing guests at the funeral ceremony in 2014. Reacting recently, the entertainer disclosed that he still stands by his actions on that day because Rochas Okorocha was clearly trying to turn the burial into a political event. Charly added that the governor’s bodyguards could not threaten him because it was his territory. His words, “Mmhmm. Is that a crime? I for don slap am.…
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has hailed the incredible work ethic of Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal. This comes as the teenager battles to be fit for the 2026 World Cup, and fans have been reacting. Despite being sidelined for the remainder of the domestic season, Luis de la Fuente revealed that he remains confident that the winger will return in time to make a big impact on the international stage. He added that Yamal has been training three hours a day to be ready for the much–anticipated tournament. His words, “Apart from his great talent, he trains three hours…