Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has hailed his team’s defensive effort against Aston Villa. This comes after Barca ran out 3-0 winners in the Champions League at Camp Nou, and fans have been reacting. Hailing Barcelona’s clean sheet performance despite being without key defenders for the match, Flick stated that he is proud of his players for coping well against a strong Villa attack. The German coach added that Yamal deserved his goal because his team’s pressing strategy forced the mistake. His words, “The best thing about the match? The clean sheet. I’m very happy with that because we defended a…
Author: David Folami
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has commissioned Joseph and Esther Homes, a new residential facility for aged citizens built by veteran Nollywood actress, Sola Sobowale, in Ibadan. The commissioning ceremony, held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, marked the official unveiling of the facility, which is designed to provide safe, independent and dignified living for the elderly. Dignitaries, guests and well-wishers gathered at the Ibadan venue for the event, which was streamed live on Sobowale’s Instagram page. Information on the facility’s official website read, “We do not replace family. We help families care better. Caring for an ageing parent is hard,…
Tanzania’s Taifa Stars are expected to arrive in Uyo on Sunday as preparations intensify for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter against Nigeria’s Super Eagles. Their arrival will give head coach Miguel Gamondi sufficient time to prepare his team ahead of the crucial Matchday Three fixture. Gamondi has named a 24-man squad for the upcoming double-header, with Tanzanian league champions Yanga FC and Azam FC providing the largest representation, with five players each. Kagera Sugar and Singida Black Stars have one player apiece in the squad. The invited foreign-based players include Novatus Miroshi, who plays for Turkish Super…
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has returned to social media after keeping a low profile since celebrating her birthday. This comes shortly after estranged husband Ned Nwoko warned bloggers and social media users against publishing fabricated stories about her. Flaunting her return with a video of herself enjoying a swim in a pool, Regina gave her followers a glimpse of her latest activity. Her brief caption, “Water is sooooo life.” 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…
Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has spoken up about his team’s UCL loss to Bayern Munich. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Explaining why his team crumbled after conceding the first goal, Simeone stated that his players simply lacked the ability to win second balls or be present enough on the opponent’s side of the pitch. The Argentine coach added that his team must now shift focus to the La Liga clash against Barcelona. His words, “There is nothing I blame the team for, as even scoring the goal in the…
Nollywood actor and filmmaker Femi Adebayo has explained why he believes artificial intelligence (AI) is not a threat to Nigeria’s film industry. He recently had his say during an interview with TheCable, and fans have been reacting. Describing the technology as a tool that can improve creative work, Adebayo stated that AI can help make work easier for Nollywood professionals, especially in the production of indigenous stories. The “Jagun Jagun” producer concluded by calling for professional training programmes to equip filmmakers and other creative professionals with the knowledge to incorporate AI into their work. His words, “I actually wonder why…
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has said that Barcelona is among the elite group of clubs capable of winning the UCL this season. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that the Catalan giants are currently playing at a level very few clubs can match, Emery stated that his players must show immense resilience to withstand the relentless pressure from Barcelona. The Spaniard added that Yamal is a special footballer who can become the best player in the world someday. His words, “They’re the favourites to win this competition, given their…
Nollywood actress Rachael Okonkwo has announced her appointment as Senior Special Assistant to Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah. She recently had her say via her social media page, and fans have been reacting. Announcing that the appointment was given in September, Rachael described it as an opportunity to contribute to the growth of her home state. Okonkwo added that she’ll use her new position to support emerging talents, empower filmmakers and promote Enugu as a destination for film. Her words, “This is beyond a title; it is a call to impact.” Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the…
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has said that he is looking forward to the UCL clash against Roma. This comes ahead of a decisive week for his MUFC tenure, and fans have been reacting. Insisting that he remains energized despite the intense speculation surrounding his job, Carrick stated that he is not looking too much into the future because he cannot control whatever is going to happen. The club legend added that he remains unfazed by the uncertainty surrounding his future at Old Trafford. His words, “I can look into the future, but you never know what’s going to happen.…
Nollywood actor Lanre Adediwura is celebrating his first son, Mofogofoluwa Omo Adediwura, on his 10th birthday. He recently took to social media to shower his boy with heartfelt prayers, and fans have been reacting. Thanking God for the privilege of being his son’s father, Adediwura described himself as a lucky dad, assuring the celebrant of his unwavering love and support. He concluded by hailing his boy for stepping up as the man of the house whenever he is away from home. His words, “Happy 10th Birthday Mofogofoluwa Omo Adediwura. Thank you for being such a great son. I am more…
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has thrown his support behind Ademola Lookman. This comes amid the Nigerian forward’s difficult spell at the Spanish club this season, and fans have been reacting. Speaking ahead of his team’s UCL clash against Bayern Munich, Simeone expressed confidence in Lookman’s ability to rediscover his best form, urging him to work hard and continue to believe in himself. Admitting that difficult periods are an inevitable part of football, the Argentine encouraged the Super Eagles winger not to become frustrated by his current situation. His words, “I have a lot of faith in him. I don’t…
Popular Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has claimed that he played a significant role in introducing Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice to Nigerians. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Insisting that the English footballer only gained widespread attention in the country after he released a song about him, Odumodublvck stated that his music helped bring Rice to the spotlight among Nigerian music lovers and football fans. The lyricist added that the exposure his hit record gave Declan eventually led to Arsenal signing him. His words, “I introduced Declan Rice to Nigerians. Before I sang…
Harry Kane has said that he would trade his Ballon d’Or award for winning the UCL with Bayern Munich. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that he is incredibly proud of the recognition, Kane stated that winning a UCL trophy with the German giant would be an absolute dream. The England captain added that he expects a very tough match from Atletico Madrid this week. His words, “Team trophies are why we play football. The team aspect of our sport is really, really important. The Ballon d’Or last week was…
Popular Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has urged up-and-coming filmmakers not to give up on their dreams. She recently had her say via her X page, and fans have been reacting. Announcing that her upcoming movie, “The Four: No One Fights Alone,” will be the first Nollywood film to debut at ODEON Luxe Leicester Square in London, Funke stated that she feels proud to be inspiring the next generation of creatives. Expressing gratitude for the milestone, the filmmaker added that all of her achievements are a product of hard work and dedication. Her words, “One of the things that means the…
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has said that Arsenal will win the EPL title this season. This comes following their gritty victory at Anfield, and fans have been reacting. Admitting that Mikel Arteta’s side possesses the necessary resilience to fend off other challengers this term, Gerard stated that Arsenal’s narrow, hard-fought results will aid another championship-winning campaign for the club. Steven added that he sees Liverpool, City and Chelsea distancing themselves from the rest of the pack as the season progresses. His words, “Credit to Arsenal because that’s how you win leagues, going to places like Liverpool, being strong, sticking together,…
Popular Afrobeats singer Davido has expressed confidence that a joint tour with Wizkid would sell out venues worldwide. He recently had his say during an appearance on the IONWANNATALK show, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that he would charge $500,000 for each performance, Davido, however, expressed uncertainty about whether a joint song with Wizkid would become a hit, citing the collaboration between D’banj and 2Baba as an example. Addressing his readiness to move past disagreements, the “Feel” crooner added that maturity is necessary to acknowledge when one’s feelings about another person has changed. His words, “If Wizkid and I…
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has issued a stark warning that the club could face relegation from the EPL this season. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that the EPL’s competitive nature makes him worry for Michael Carrick’s team this term, Ten Hag stated that MUFC are clearly in genuine danger of an unthinkable drop. The Dutchman added that every Premier League team is too strong to underrate nowadays. His words, “In the Premier League it’s certainly possible, because all the teams are simply strong. If you end…
Nollywood actor Odunlade Adekola has come out to celebrate his wife, Deaconess Ruth Abosede Adekola, on her birthday. He recently had his say via his social media page, and fans have been reacting. Recalling how he summoned the courage to approach his wife 22 years ago, Odunlade stated that he decided to marry her because he saw the qualities of a wife in her. Describing the celebrant as his number one fan, the moviestar added that he’ll love his woman forever. Her words, “I saw Madam Ruth Abosede Adekola about 22 years ago! I walked up to her and said…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hailed his team’s spirit after the 1-0 win at Liverpool ended a 14-year wait for a Premier League victory at Anfield. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Hailing his players for delivering a victory that has eluded the club for 14 years, Arteta stated that the Anfield win is exactly why he loves being a football manager. The Spaniard added that he loves it when his team manages to achieve something that has been unachievable for many years. His words, “Extremely proud. It’s been 14 years,…
Popular Nigerian Gospel singer Nathaniel Bassey has recorded a major milestone in his music career. His official YouTube channel recently surpassed one billion views, making him the first African gospel artist to achieve that feat. As of November 2, 2026, statistics on his YouTube channel, Nathaniel Bassey Main, showed that it had accumulated over 1.014 billion views and attracted more than 5.24 million subscribers. The achievement marks another significant moment for the gospel minister, whose YouTube journey began in 2011. The milestone coincides with the October 2026 edition of the Hallelujah Challenge, a popular online prayer and worship movement founded…