Nollywood actress and AMVCA winner Linda Ejiofor has said humility and patience are needed to thrive in the Nigerian film industry. She recently had his say during an interview with FAITH AJAYI, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that her early days as an actress taught her resilience, Linda noted that she learned very quickly that talent alone isn’t enough to make it in Nollywood. The moviestar added that discipline and a willingness to learn are two important qualities that have kept her afloat as an actress. Her words, “My early days taught me resilience. I simply wanted to become…
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Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has announced that Neymar will be available to play in the Selecao’s final group game against Scotland. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Revealing that Neymar is set to recover from a grade two calf strain, Ancelotti said that he expects Neymar to be fully available to feature in Group C’s last game. Carlo added that the former PSG forward will be able to train with the rest of the team from Monday. His words, “Neymar will be training tomorrow individually, and on Monday with the rest…
Nollywood actress Lilian Esoro has reacted to the excessive rent increases in Lagos State. She recently had her say via her social media page, and fans have been reacting. Expressing her frustration online, Lilian revealed that rent on her property in Banana Island just jumped by 392.31% and she is now expected to pay ₦50 million henceforth. The moviestar added that the rent situation has become unbearable for many residents and business owners. Her words, “Same house you already own, with no renovations done, and you increase the rent just because you can. On what ground? Some landlords really need…
Manchester United should sign Crysencio Summerville this summer, Nicky Butt has said. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Noting that such a transfer will help strengthen MUFC’s squad depth, Butt revealed that Summerville’s explosive qualities are needed at Old Trafford. He concluded by suggesting that the Netherlands international has the potential to become a regular starter if he can improve his consistency at the highest level. His words, “He’s an explosive player, he’s good to watch, but I don’t think he’s consistent enough. However, the money shouldn’t be a lot to…
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has opened up about the largest amount of money he has made within a single year. He recently had his say during an interview with James Dumoulin of The School of Hard Knocks, and Nigerians have been reacting. Revealing that he made an astonishing $10 billion in just the first quarter of the year, Dangote stated that he wants to be remembered as somebody who industrialised Africa. On whether he is worth the $38 billion estimated by Forbes, the business mogul downplayed the figure, suggesting that his actual wealth could be significantly higher because some…
Former England defender Danny Mills has said that Harry Kane will not be paying any attention to Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe’s 2026 World Cup exploits. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that the Bayern Munich striker would rather be Olivier Giroud and not score at the World Cup, Mills stated that Kane will forever prioritise collective success over any individual accolades at major tournaments. Danny added that Harry would reject the Golden Boot if it meant that England gets knocked out in the quarter-final. His words, “Personally, I don’t…
Hollywood actress Hailee Steinfeld has said that her current plan is to fully focus on her daughter. Recall that the moviestar recently announced her baby girl’s April arrival in a heartfelt Substack post, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that she wants to spend her first summer as a mom with her daughter, Hailee stated that her goal is to be an incredibly present mother for her baby girl. The “Sinners” star added that it is the least she can do because time goes by very fast. Her words, “So this is the only summer that she will be a…
Former England midfielder Nicky Butt has warned Thomas Tuchel that the Three Lions must adapt their tactical identity to survive against elite opposition during the knockout stages of the World Cup. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that a relentless high-tempo approach will prove unsustainable as the tournament progresses, Butt argued that attempting a relentless EPL tempo in extreme international heat will eventually drain the squad. Nicky added that the intense climate conditions and varying stadium infrastructure across different host cities require tactical flexibility. His words, “We played well and…
Yomi Casual’s wife, Grace Makun, has slammed the double standards she observed among people during the burial of late actor Alex Ekubo. She recently had her say via a post shared on her Instagram Story, and fans have been reacting. Blasting some Nigerians for labelling the deceased and his friends what they were not while he was alive, she revealed that the same people are now shedding tears after his death. Criticising the hypocritical behaviours fellow citizens displayed towards the late moviestar, Grace emphasized that Nigerians must stop with their double standards. WOW. Nollywood is a sobriquet that originally referred…
Former England defender Danny Mills has said that Harry Kane will never stop wandering in midfield despite playing as a striker. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, because Kane has never been blessed with a lot of pace, he prefers to stretch the game by dropping deep to help his teammates dominate from the middle. Mills, however, added that Harry’s wandering could be a potential problem since he is supposed to be England’s focal point. His words, “I think that’s always going to be the case. Harry Kane…
Popular fashion designer Noble Igwe has said that Alex Ekubo’s funeral felt like a celebration of death. He recently had his say via his Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the people in charge of the actor’s burial ceremony are to blame for giving Daddy Freeze reasons to slam the funeral. Noble added that the several clips from Alex’s burial ended up making it seem like attendees were celebrating after his sudden demise. His words, “There’s really no need to give that Daddy reason to talk. No need for that many videos that make it seem…
Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo has warned his international team-mate Marc Cucurella following the defender’s surprise summer switch to Real Madrid. Recall that the Spaniard recently committed to a lucrative six-year contract at the Santiago Bernabeu, and fans have been reacting. Reacting, Olmo admitted that the squad remained completely unaware of the impending transfer but wished his close friend well despite their new domestic rivalry. Dani, however, added that he hopes Cucurella is ready to suffer against Yamal during El Clásico matches. His words, “We didn’t expect it. He kept it inside. If that’s what he wanted, I’m happy for him…
Femi Otedola’s wife, Nana, has cleared up years of speculation about her ethnic and national identity. She recently spoke about her roots while having a conversation with her pregnant daughter, Temi Otedola. Stressing that she is not Ghanaian, Nana stated that she is a proudly Egba woman despite being born in Kaduna State. She added that living in Northern Nigeria for two decades has clearly influenced how people perceive her identity. Her words, “To clear the room for everybody, I’m an Egba woman, and that’s the part I’ll gladly claim as a Nigerian. I am not a Ghanaian; my roots…
Former England striker Jay Bothroyd has said that Cristiano Ronaldo will never be as good as Lionel Messi. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stressing that Ronaldo is becoming a burden for Portugal, Jay stated that Roberto Martinez’s team would benefit if CR7 agrees to be used as an impact substitute. Bothroyd further questioned Cristiano’s continued pursuit of comparisons with Messi, suggesting that it keeps affecting Portugal’s collective balance. His words, “Have to be honest, I think if Ronaldo is a team player, I think he should step down and understand…
Nollywood actress Rita Dominic has come out to pay her final respects after Alex Ekubo’s funeral ceremony. She recently had her say via her Facebook page, and fans have been reacting. Expressing how heartbroken she is to see a young person in their prime die suddenly, Rita revealed that she is still struggling to comprehend the reality and fully accept it. The moviestar then prayed for the deceased to rest in peace, stressing that he’ll find comfort among the Angels. His words, “It’s heartbreaking to see a young person in their prime taken from us too soon. I struggle to…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sisters have jumped to his defence following Portugal’s disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their 2026 World Cup opener. They recently had their say via her social media page, and fans have been reacting. Sharing a photo of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, Elma described the result as unfair to Portugal, stressing that outsiders fail to understand the intense pressure of the pitch. His second sister, Katia Aveiro, deflected the blame off Ronaldo’s shoulders by pointing to a lack of cohesion among the players. Elma wrote, “I believe that beginnings are difficult, but endings are good. You…
Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has opened up about how her six kids supported her amid her health struggles and divorce. Recall that the moviestar is set to play a costume designer going through a divorce who gets diagnosed with breast cancer in her upcoming film, “Couture.” Thanking her children for constantly encouraging her to look past her challenges, Jolie stated that her performance in the new film will help her discuss cancer risk with her daughters. Angelina added that despite losing it for many years, her fighting spirit is finally back. Her words, “I think my fighting spirit is finally…
Lionel Messi’s family have confirmed that the Argentina captain’s father, Jorge Messi, is currently dealing with a health issue. They recently had their say via a strongly worded press statement, and fans have been reacting. Blasting the irresponsible speculation that has emerged regarding Jorge’s condition during the 2026 World Cup in North America, Messi’s family emphasized that the media should not be handling a private matter with a lack of sensitivity and respect. They added that a human being’s health should never be the subject of irresponsible media interest. It read, “The Messi family informs that Jorge Messi is currently…
Former Germany midfielder Dietmar Hamann has said that he is still not sure about Harry Kane’s ability to perform in high-stakes matches at major tournaments. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. Stating that the jury is still out on the England captain, Hamann revealed that he remains unconvinced by Kane’s credentials against elite opposition. Dietmar added that the prolific striker still needs to prove that he can step up when it really matters in the knockout stages. His words, “I think he’s scored eight goals in the group stages – two…
Veteran Nollywood actress Shan George has called for a ceasefire from critics of Yul Edochie and Judy Austin’s marriage. This comes after the new revelations from Judy’s ex-husband, Mr Obasi, and fans have been reacting. Arguing that the ceaseless attacks go against Christian values, the moviestar revealed that the couple’s thriving marriage thus far is proof of God’s blessings. Stressing that Nigerians should stop playing God in other people’s private lives, Shan urged critics to let go of the ceaseless attacks on the family. Her words, “Do u Believe that GOD IS IN CONTROL? Do u hv Children? Do u…