Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has said that he is really missing Alexander Isak. He recently revealed that he still has hope that the club’s best player will be back this season. Speaking to the press, Bruno shared that he has not had any form of contact with the Sweden international amid his transfer saga. According to him, it is a very tough situation for Newcastle players because the team clearly needs its best players to guarantee maximum results after every match. Insisting that the saga has gone on for far too long, the midfielder stated that he hopes it’ll…
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Nollywood actor Afeez Owo has said that social media almost ended his marriage. He recently recalled the first and only serious fight he and Mide Martins ever had. Speaking on the Behind The List podcast, Afeez revealed that the clash happened in 2016 when anger forced him to leave their home and stay in a hotel for two days. According to him, his wife, Mide Martins, eventually felt compelled to jump on social media and declare that he had abandoned her and their child, which immediately sparked separation rumours online. The moviestar stated that the entire saga got messy the…
Manchester United legend Teddy Sheringham has said that the club should try to bring Scott McTominay back. He recently revealed that he would resign Scott and play him alongside Bruno Fernandes in midfield. Speaking to the press, he shared that McTominay would’ve added a bit of steel in MUFC’s midfield, but his return is unlikely at this point. According to him, while Casemiro is still a quality footballer, the Brazilian midfielder’s legs are already gone, and he can no longer deliver at the highest level. He stated that his perfect team would be Benjamin Sesko as the striker and Cunha…
Nollywood actress Etinosa Idemudia has come out to address women in abusive relationships. She recently cautioned such women to never ignore the red flags during dating. Speaking via her Instagram story, Etinosa revealed that any man who hits or shoves his partner while they’re still dating will only get worse after marriage. According to her, any slight form of abuse while he is still a boyfriend will only grow into full-blown beatings when he becomes a husband. She stated that some unlucky women even get to experience major beatings before they tie the knot. “I don’t know who needs to…
Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka can make a difference at Borussia Dortmund, Lothar Matthaus has said. He, however, warned that Aaron Anselmino will not fix the club’s leaky defence, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Carney Chukwuemeka is a great midfielder who has the potential to shine in the Bundesliga, but he is not a defender the team badly needs. He added that signing a young player like Aaron Anselmino will not make BvB’s defence stable anytime soon. His words, “You can’t expect a youth player like Aaron Anselmino, who’s coming on loan from Chelsea, to suddenly make Dortmund’s…
Former BBNaija housemate Pere Egbi has said that he just lost a close friend to suicide. He recently revealed that his friend took his own life after enduring online bullying for a while, and fans have been reacting. Sharing the sad news via his X page, Pere expressed sorrow over the death of his buddy without giving further details on who the person is or what really transpired. “I lost a friend today because of online bullying. Took his own life. Shaking my head. Rest in peace, champ. It’s well,” he wrote. Recall that Pere Egbi reacted to Isabella and…
West Ham manager Graham Potter has come out to say that the club’s supporters are fantastic. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Bowen’s angry outburst at a West Ham fan was simply an outburst between 2 people who genuinely care about the club. Revealing that the most important relationship at a club is between the fans and the team, he added that such a lasting bond will continue at West Ham. His words, “Our supporters have been fantastic. They are hurting because of the results we have had…
Nigerian investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo has blasted Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo over viral photos of herself and her grandson. She recently urged the moviestar to quit using her AI baby picture to fool Nigerians. Reacting via her Facebook page, Kemi insisted that Priscilla hired a surrogate to welcome her baby, and it was not via regular delivery. According to her, Priscilla and Juma embraced IVF to have their child, and the baby was actually born in Tanzania, not Canada. She stated that a reliable source gave her the information, and she has no reason to doubt the person. “Iyabo Ojo…
West Ham forward Jarred Bowen has come out to apologize for his recent outburst at a fan. He recently had his via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he is very sorry for his reaction during the game, but his reaction to the supporter was purely out of passion for the team and the club. Urging the supporters to forgive his mistake, he added that the fans know how much he adores the club. His words, “Apologies to the fans for tonight’s reaction. I’m someone who is passionate and will fight every time I…
Nollywood actress Dakore Egbuson has said that her latest movie “Stitches” is set to be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), as part of the Industry Selects programme. She recently blamed her latest social media break on the building efforts she has been making offline. Sharing the news via her Instagram page, Dakore expressed gratitude for the incredible feat, thanking God for making it a dream come true. According to her, she feels very proud to know that a movie she starred in and produced has been chosen to screen at such a renowned festival. Dakore stated that…
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has blasted referee Chris Kavanagh for failing to apologise for his part in his penalty miss against Fulham. MUFC were held by Marco Silva’s side after Emile Smith Rowe cancelled out Leny Yoro’s deflected second-half opener, but Bruno had missed an earlier chance to put United ahead when he sent a first-half penalty over the crossbar. After he placed the ball onto the penalty spot, Fernandes collided with referee Kavanagh as he walked back to start his run-up, forcing the Portugal international to re-spot the ball and start his routine again. And despite not blaming…
Nollywood actor Gabriel Afolayan has said that the Nigerian film industry needs to be criticized to get better. He recently revealed that the audience and producers need to unite to make Nollywood better. Speaking during an interview with Saturday Beats, Gabriel shared that criticism is important to keep key Nollywood players on their toes at all times. “Criticism is needed. How do we get better if people are not ready to talk about what we are doing? Both the audience and filmmakers have to come together,” he said. On whether the industry is equipped to shoot action films, the moviestar…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has urged his players to grow up this season. This is coming as their wait for a first Premier League victory of the season continued following Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Fulham. Speaking to the press, he revealed that his players have to improve their mentality in-game if they are to start turning draws into wins. According to him, while he is happy with how his side has been performing in training, the team suddenly forgot how to play after taking the lead against Fulham. He stated that trying to hold onto the lead, instead of…
Texas artist Charley Crockett has said that popular singer Beyoncé belongs in country music. He recently blasted critics of her “Cowboy Carter” album, and fans have been reacting. Speaking via his Instagram page, Charley accused the industry of hiding behind double standards. According to him, if some country artists have admitted to borrowing inspiration from Hip-Hop and Pop at some point, there’s nothing wrong with Beyoncé delving into the country music genre as well. Listing Beyonce’s accomplishments as a musician, he highlighted how she managed to become the first Black woman to win Best Country Album at the Grammys in…
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has said that Kobbie Mainoo has yet to start any game so far this season because he is competing with Bruno Fernandes for a spot in the team. He recently revealed that the academy graduate is currently behind Bruno in the pecking order. Speaking to the press, Amorim shared that the youngster will need to fight for the opportunity to start ahead of the club captain in the coming weeks. According to him, competing for spots should be the norm at a club like Manchester United, so it can’t be a strange expectation for Kobbie.…
Popular Nollywood actress Bimbo Thomas has shared how she broke away from being stereotyped in the industry. She recently opened up about the challenges she faced to carve out her acting career. Speaking on the Old Secrets podcast anchored by High Chief Obio Oloyejulius, Bimbo revealed that while playing the role of a tout felt fulfilling initially, it got tiring after some time. According to her, after realizing the risk of being typecast, she deliberately decided to stop playing the same role in different movies. “Those years when I was given roles that involved fighting or breaking bottles were good…
Former Manchester City forward, Jack Grealish, has said that Everton manager David Moyes was the reason he decided to join the club. He recently celebrated his home debut with two assists as Everton crowned their first match at the Hill Dickinson Stadium with a 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League. According to him, while he loved his time at Manchester City, he had to leave this summer because it was obviously time for a change. Grealish added that one conversation was all it took for Moyes to convince him about joining Everton. His words, “I absolutely loved my…
United States-based lawyer and astronaut, Owolabi Salis, has come out to mourn the late Nollywood actor Chief Kanran. He recently described the late moviestar as an “iconic prodigy who bestrode the thespian world like a colossus.” Paying tribute to the late thespian, he compared his legacy to the likes of Hubert Ogunde, Duro Ladipo, Kola Ogunmola, and Oyin Adejobi. According to him, he’ll always remember the actor’s most memorable performance as Alaafin Kanran of the Oyo Empire, a performance that earned him the stage name Chief Kanran and endeared him to audiences nationwide. He stated that the late Kehinde Olusegun…
Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has said that Manchester United’s goal at Craven Cottage should have been disallowed. He recently revealed that Leny Yoro pushed him away before heading the ball to secure the lead for MUFC. According to him, Yoro should have been penalised for a foul in the box, and the goal should have been disallowed immediately the ball went in. Bassey added that the officials should be disappointed for allowing such a controversial goal to stand. His words, “It is enough for me to not be able to win the ball and it is an advantage to him.…
Nollywood actress Imade Osawaru has said that beauty cannot sustain a career in the Nigerian movie industry. She recently spoke about the role of physical appearance in casting, and fans have been reacting. Speaking with Saturday Beats, Imade shared that while she is grateful for the compliments she keeps getting for her looks, talent is the reason she has stayed relevant. According to her, it is true that beauty can get you one or two Nollywood roles, but actors should be ready for many other projects that will focus on their acting skills, emotional depth and versatility. Imade stated that…