Nollywood actress Lilian Afegbai has announced that she is taking a break from social media. She recently shared a post on her Instagram story about her health and the steps she is taking to address it. According to her, she took the drastic decision to quit social media temporarily in order to protect her life and safeguard her health in the long run. Lilian added that despite her movies getting released in recent weeks, she is unable to promote any of them due to her bad health. WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry.…
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Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has admitted that the club failed in their pursuit of Antoine Semenyo. He recently revealed that fans should know that the window is not like Football Manager, and fans have been reacting. According to him, it is obvious that Spurs owners are doing everything within their power to improve the quality of the team, and they proved it by trying to sign Semenyo. Frank added that he is expecting major improvements with recruitment in the summer. His words, “The club are working relentlessly to do what they can to improve the squad, especially Johan [Lange],…
Popular Afrobeat icon Femi Kuti has called for an end to the ongoing online feud between his brother Seun Kuti and Wizkid. He recently had his say while speaking during an interview with AriseTV, and fans have been reacting. According to him, legendary Fela Anikulapo-Kuti should be placed in a category of his own and respected as Nigeria’s cultural and artistic father. Femi added that he wishes the disagreement hadn’t come up in the first place because Seun is his brother, and Wiz is like a son to him. His words, “I don’t see Fela as just a musician; he…
Former West Ham forward Lucas Paqueta has said that two EPL giants wanted him before he completed a switch to Flamengo. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he is very pleased with all of the love Flamengo fans have been showing him, and he needs the fans to know that he’ll always identify with them. Paqueta added that he is a happy man at the moment, and he wants to enjoy the joy of finally being home. His words, “Maybe Flamengo didn’t need me, but I needed Flamengo.…
Nollywood actress Dayo Amusa has written a heartfelt note following her inauguration as an Executive of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). She recently had her say via her Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. Alongside a video from the inaugural ceremony, accompanied by a heartfelt note to the public, Amusa expressed gratitude for their support and stated that she is looking forward to her tenure as president. The moviestar added that she is grateful to everyone who believes in her ability to lead by example. Her words, “Highlights from the inaugural ceremony of the newly elected National Executives…
Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has been left heartbroken after watching his son Shaqueel suffer a serious knee injury during Feyenoord’s Europa League defeat to Real Betis. Recall that the 19-year-old was stretchered off in Seville just eight minutes after coming off the bench, leaving the EPL winner devastated on the touchline. Reacting, RVP admitted that the first signs are not looking good regarding the severity of the injury, and he can only hope for the best as a father and his manager. He concluded by acknowledging the difficulty of separating his professional duties from his paternal instincts…
Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney has opened up about her past relationship with her ex-fiancé, Jonathan Davino. Recall that the Emmy-nominated actress and the businessman from Chicago were engaged from 2022 until 2025. According to her, keeping the romance private was an intentional decision because she wanted to have certain things about her life that are not for public consumption. Sydney added that experiencing love publicly is a reality she is currently trying to navigate as a moviestar. Her words, “I was in a relationship for a very long time, for seven and a half years, and I never talked about…
Paul Pogba can still make France’s 2026 World Cup squad, Bacary Sagna has said. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the mercurial midfielder still remains in contention for selection by Didier Deschamps because he is a special footballer who can adapt to any expectations of him on the pitch. Sagna added that Pogba doesn’t even need to run to thrive since his mental and technical ability is second to none. His words, “No, I don’t think so. He is a special player. He can adapt to any kind…
Hollywood actress Gabrielle Union has recalled meeting former president Barack Obama long before becoming famous. The moviestar recently revealed that she met the former president at a casual potluck where she made a tuna casserole for the occasion. According to her, while the meeting looks more impressive several years after Obama’s success, such humble moments help her keep fame in perspective. Gabrielle added that the same grounded energy still defines how her family approaches life. Her words, “I think because all of them, we’ve met them at different points in their lives when they weren’t world famous. The first time…
Manchester City forward Jack Grealish has seen injury heartache bring his loan spell at Everton to a premature conclusion. The injury nightmare also potentially dashes his 2026 World Cup dreams, and fans have been reacting. Also reacting, David Moyes admitted that the England international is likely to miss the remainder of the season with a stress fracture in his foot. He added that Everton will continue to explore the January market for further additions this window. His words, “We believe he’s probably going to need surgery but that’s still not absolutely confirmed, but it probably rules him out for the…
The Actors Guild of Nigeria has lifted the suspension of actress Halima Abubakar. Recall that AGN recently placed an indefinite suspension on the actress in October 2024 after a panel found her culpable of defamation against colleagues and prominent Nigerians. At the inauguration of the new National Executive Council in Abuja, the outgoing national president of the guild, Emeka Rollas, announced that the leadership chose the occasion to lift the suspension so that affected members could return to the guild. Rollas added that acting remains Halima’s main source of livelihood, so lifting the suspension is the right thing to do.…
Popular pundit Danny Murphy has hailed Declan Rice as the most complete midfielder in Europe. He, however, warned that the Arsenal midfielder still has one final hurdle to clear before he can be compared to Premier League icons Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard. According to him, even though Rice is a blessed footballer who stands out among his peers in Europe, he still does not decide the biggest football matches like Gerrard and Lampard. Danny added that until Declan begins to show up against the best teams in the world, people will still consider him limited. His words, “Yes, Declan…
Popular Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has shared a fake promise his wife, Angels, made to him. Recall that Cubana recently celebrated his woman’s birthday in style, and fans have been reacting. According to him, his wife promised not to stress him this year after he threw her a huge birthday bash, but he doesn’t believe her one bit. Cubana added that no matter what a man does for a woman nowadays, women will never stop managing men. His words, “Thank You So Much To Everyone Who Made Our Time To Celebrate Us. God Bless You, Kai !!! Last Night…
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has responded to speculations suggesting that he is a leading contender to succeed Xabi Alonso as manager of Real Madrid. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Emery is a client of the so-called super agent Jorge Mendes, who boasts strong ties to Real Madrid; however, the Spanish manager is giving little away when it comes to his future plans. Asked by reporters about the supposed interest from Madrid, “Nothing to say about it.” Media outlets in Spain have insisted that Emery is “best positioned” to take…
The Nigerian military has arrested Nollywood filmmaker and actor Stanley Amandi over his connection with an alleged coup plot against President Tinubu. The Premium Times recently revealed that the veteran actor allegedly participated in a foiled coup plot to overthrow President Tinubu’s government. The filmmaker, who doubles as a former Chairman of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Enugu Chapter, was reportedly detained in September 2025 alongside several military officers. They were accused of planning a violent overthrow, including potential assassinations of top officials. Even though he was not accused of bearing arms, security sources said his alleged role involved…
Former Chelsea forward Joe Cole has hailed Liam Rosenior’s immediate impact at Stamford Bridge. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Rosenior’s impact as Blues manager has been superb thus far, and his run of five wins in six games is proof that the decision to replace Enzo Maresca is already paying huge dividends. Cole added that Liam deserves praise for rapidly transforming the squad’s mentality since he came in. His words, “It’s been fantastic, superb. A lot of people talk about what he’s been saying but you need…
Nollywood filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has dismissed suggestions of rivalry between himself and Ibrahim Chatta. He recently had his say at the watch party of “Anikulapo: The Ghoul Awakens” held at Igbojaye, Oyo State, with Ibrahim also present at the event. According to him, he and Chatta are working towards preserving culture and heritage with the establishment of their film villages, not competing with each other. Kunle added that he has invited Ibrahim to his film village several times, so it was nice to finally have him around. His words, “We are both doing everything possible to uplift the glory of…
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has admitted that interim manager Michael Carrick is a very good player in training. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the 44-year-old remains the best passer at the club despite retiring many years ago, and he can only hail Carrick and Steve Holland’s hands-on approach as coaches. Maguire added that he has been unsurprised by the seamless transition Carrick has made into the dugout. His words, “He still does demos in passing drills and he still bangs it through the lines like he’s…
Popular musician Dede Mabiaku has weighed in on the comparisons between the late Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and singer Wizkid. He recently had his say during an interview on Arise TV, and fans have been reacting. According to him, comparing Wizkid to such a legendary musician is clearly misplaced, and he blames the fact that many people do not fully understand Fela Anikulapo’s work and influence. Dede added that Fela pretty much lived like a monk, and there are no parameters for comparing him with anyone else. His words, “We did not uncover many of Fela’s greatness. He wanted his…
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has said that Arne Slot’s comments on the club’s 2024-25 UCL campaign will be a body blow to the fans. Recall that the Reds manager recently suggested that Liverpool won the EPL because the team tumbled out of the Champions League early last season. Reacting, he expected Liverpool supporters to frown at such a comment because they pay lots of money to watch the club in the UCL. Gerrard added that Slot’s point was also lost in the fact that LFC were 15 points clear in the EPL when they crashed out of the Champions League.…