Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has apologized to fans for the club’s poor first-half performance against PSG. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that his players were doing well before PSG scored the first goal of the game, Maresca stated that failing to take crucial chances sealed City’s fate in the end. The Italian manager added that his team definitely deserved more against the European champions. His words, “I think we start quite good until the first goal and then we concede the second one after one minute. That created…
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Popular singer Brymo has criticised Wole Soyinka, Olusegun Obasanjo and Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, over their alleged roles in the history of secret cults in Nigerian universities. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Accusing the trio of contributing to a culture he believes has negatively affected young Nigerians, Brymo specifically challenged Soyinka to address the origins of secret societies in Nigerian higher institutions. Questioning the legacy of the Nobel laureate, the “Ara” crooner argued that Soyinka should speak publicly about the activities of these groups and the harsh…
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho remains fully confident that Vinicius Junior will soon rediscover his best form. He recently had his say following the Brazilian forward’s difficult start to the season, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that he is not concerned about Vini’s form, Mourinho revealed that he believes a crucial turning point should be expected in the coming weeks. Jose added that Vinicius will be back to his best again, and it is only a matter of when. His words, “He is going to emerge. It’s just a question of when. After the previous match, I decided…
Nollywood actor Olanrewaju Omiyinka, popularly known as Baba Ijesha, has opened up about a prophecy he received before his arrest. He recently shared the experience on October 10, 2026, during the birthday celebration of activist Sunday Igboho. Revealing that a prophet predicted that a major calamity would have to befall him before he becomes a great man, Baba Ijesha stated that he started expecting a painful experience that would bring him to tears from then on. The moviestar added that the prophecy became particularly significant after he was arrested and subsequently sent to prison. His words, “Before I went to…
The Nigeria Football Federation has said that it is not in a hurry to move the Super Eagles’ home matches from Uyo to Lagos. NFF recently had its say ahead of the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. According to a senior NFF official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, changing the team’s home ground at this stage could affect the players’ performance because they would need time to adjust to a new environment. He added that the federation would have to consult the players to know how they feel about playing in Lagos before making any decision.…
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin-Lawal has issued cease and desist orders to Iyabo Ojo, her daughter Priscilla Ojo and Nkechi Blessing Sunday. The legal notice targeted over 100 bloggers and social media personalities over alleged defamation and cyberbullying, and fans have been reacting. Demanding ₦50 million in damages from each party that fails to comply within a seven-day ultimatum, Lizzy accused those served of publishing false and malicious content about her and her family. Her legal team further alleged that some of the accused went as far as making unverified criminal claims against their client during live broadcasts, without any supporting…
Vincent Kompany has blasted Michael Olise’s conduct after the winger was sent off during Bayern Munich’s dramatic 3-3 draw with Viking Stavanger. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Describing Olise’s behaviour as incredibly stupid, Kompany revealed that the French forward should not be throwing a ball at the opponent’s face after already collecting a yellow card. Refusing to shield his star player from public scrutiny, the Belgian manager added that he hopes that the 24-year-old winger will use the experience to mature. His words, “And the red card is incredibly stupid,…
Popular singer Timi Dakolo has issued a warning to people in abusive relationships. He recently had his say via his X page, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that enduring suffering is not proof of love, Dakolo revealed that it will never be the job of the victim to fix broken people. The “Iyawo Mi” crooner added that a destructive tendency is not a character flaw; it’s a vice to stay far away from. His words, “Dear anybody, suffering is not a proof of love. The amount of abuse you can take is not what patience is all about. It…
Galatasaray forward Rafael Leao has hailed Lamine Yamal’s generational talent. He recently had his say after the Spanish giant cruised to a dominant 4-1 victory over Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League. Expressing his admiration for the teenager who orchestrated the Blaugrana’s second-half resurgence, Leao tipped the youngster for the 2026 Ballon d’Or award. He concluded by lauding Yamal’s character and the Barca environment currently nurturing his rapid development. His words, “I hope Lamine Yamal wins the Ballon d’Or and major titles with Barca. He is among the best players in the world. He is someone I hold in very…
Nollywood actress Dakore Egbuson-Akande is celebrating her birthday today. She recently marked her special day via her social media page,and fans have been reacting. Expressing gratitude to God for the gift of life, the moviestar thanked her Creator for blessing her with another year. Dakore added that growing older has helped her realize that human beings must be grateful for every second they get to spend on earth. Her words, “1 today, thank you JEHOVA for the precious gift of life.” Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term dates back…
Lisandro Martínez has launched a stinging verbal attack on Manchester United’s hierarchy. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Singling out director of football Jason Wilcox after a 2-0 Champions League defeat against Atlético Madrid, Martinez stated that the club clearly failed to strengthen the squad sufficiently during the summer transfer window. Blasting the club’s hierarchy for the lack of investment, the World Cup winner added that the scrutiny should fall on Carrick’s bosses rather than the manager or the players. His words, “Really poor. Really poor. I have to control myself…
Veteran Nigerian comedian, Okey Bakassi, has debunked reports claiming that his marriage has collapsed. He recently had his say via a video message shared online, and fans have been reacting. Describing the report as an attempt to disrespect him and his family, Okey Bakassi insisted that he and his wife are still together. The actor added that the false rumour circulated after a clip he shared about Nigerian politics was taken out of context and given a misleading narrative. His words, “While I was on set today filming a new movie with my colleagues, someone was busy on social media…
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has praised Ademola Lookman for breaking his six-game goal drought. Recall that the Nigerian forward came off the bench and scored eight minutes later to seal Atletico’s win over Manchester United in the Champions League. Highlighting Lookman’s instinct for the rebound as key to the goal, Simeone emphasized how important the UEL winner is to the club. Diego added that he hopes Ademola can carry that momentum into the weekend when his team travels to face Espanyol in La Liga. His words, “He’s a very important player, he has very good stats, he scores goals,…
Popular Afrobeats singer Wizkid has announced two major headline concerts for December 2026. He recently made the announcement via his Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. Sharing official flyers for his festive-season performances in Lagos and Abuja, Wizkid revealed that he’ll headline the Detty Dec Fest on December 18, 2026. The “Ojuelegba” crooner added that he will perform at the Live Out Loud Music Festival on December 13, 2026, at Eagle Square, Abuja. “Can’t wait!” he wrote via social media. Further details about other performers and additional dates are expected in the coming weeks.
Enzo Maresca has defended Manchester City’s exuberant post-match celebrations at Anfield. This comes following his team’s dominant 3-0 victory against Liverpool on Sunday, and fans have been reacting. Declaring that he won’t apologise for City’s exuberant celebrations at Anfield, Maresca insisted that his only priority is preparing for the next challenge on the pitch. Enzo added that he’ll leave the rest of the league to react however they want to his club’s victories. His words, “Criticised for what? We won 0-3 at Anfield. What do you want us to do? I am here today; the players are here today to…
Veteran Nollywood actor Yinka Quadri has explained why he and some of his colleagues are backing President Bola Tinubu for a second term. He recently had his say during an appearance on the African A-List interview, and fans have been reacting. Citing BAT’s long-time support for entertainers and his strides in infrastructure, Yinka Quadri clarified that his support is not driven by selfish interests. The moviestar added that he’ll never forget how Tinubu paid Baba Suwe’s medical bills when he was very sick. His words, “People do not understand it. It is not about what we want to eat. He…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged Bukayo Saka to adopt a more predatory instinct in front of goal. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Asked if Saka should be aiming to match his 20-goal milestone from last season, Arteta stated that his talisman must stop focusing on seasonal milestones and start hunting for multiple goals in every single fixture. The Spaniard concluded by saying that he remains fully confident in the England international’s trajectory. His words, “No, I think the numbers should go to score two or three per game. That’s…
Popular Nollywood actor Kunle Afod and his estranged wife, Desola, are celebrating their first son on his 20th birthday. His proud parents recently took their respective Instagram pages to celebrate him on his special day. Kunle wrote, “Happy birthday. Happy birthday, my King! May your new age bring you greater blessings, bigger opportunities, and endless joy. Daddy loves you always.” Desola added, “Happy birthday to my first fruit, my pride and joy. Two decades of grace and God’s goodness. May your new chapter bring you greater blessings, wisdom, success, and endless favour. Keep making mummy proud, my son. I love…
Super Falcons interim head coach Augustine Eguavoen has urged his players to build on their first-leg advantage when Nigeria face Comoros in the return leg. The 10-time African champions secured a 2-0 victory in the first leg last Saturday and will host the return fixture at the Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne today. Speaking ahead of the clash, Eguavoen revealed that he is determined to guide Nigeria to another victory and complete a double over their opponents. Hinting at making changes to his squad, Augustine added that several players will have an opportunity to impress. His words, “We are…
Veteran Nigerian singer Seyi Shodimu has come out to mourn the passing of his close friend DJ Exmax, whose real name is Chris Adeniyi. DJ Exmax was highly recognized as an early pioneer of the global Afrobeats movement, leading fans to flood social media with their heartfelt tributes. Describing the late DJ as a man with a generous heart, Shodimu stated that he still cannot believe Exmax is gone. The “Love Me Jeje” crooner concluded by saying that Chris’ death is further proof that life is really unpredictable. His words, “Still hard to believe you’re gone, Chris Adeniyi @legendarydjexmax. Life…