The Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has suspended Nollywood actress Shirley Igwe following allegations that she assaulted a crew member on a movie set. Recall that reports recently said that Shirley slapped a member of the Creative Designers Guild of Nigeria, CDGN, during a production, prompting quick disciplinary action from the AGN. According to a press statement issued to its state chapter chairmen and the national chairman, the Guild announced that the actress had been placed on indefinite suspension pending further investigation. According to the association, the suspension became compulsory after “violence, and indiscipline actions capable of discrediting the acting…
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Granit Xhaka’s agent has confirmed that the former Arsenal man’s English Premier League return is imminent. This is coming after he snubbed offers from elsewhere, and fans have been reacting. According to him, an agreement has already been reached with Sunderland football club, and Xhaka is excited about returning to the EPL. The agent added that he hopes Bayer Leverkusen will respect his wish to leave the club this summer. His words, “We have reached a basic agreement with Sunderland. We hope that Leverkusen will respect his wish to leave and that the clubs will reach an agreement soon. Granit…
Ayo Maff’s manager, Ayotunde Oyefeso, has come out to accuse his record label, Tunesbid Limited, of failing to fulfil its financial obligations to the artiste. He recently revealed that the singer left the label because it could not hold up its end of the bargain. According to him, Ayo Maff was meant to receive an advance sum of N100M after he was signed to the label, but despite the singer and his team asking Tunesbid to pay N25M quarterly, the music company still failed to make any payment at all. He stated that their agreement allowed Ayo Maff to be…
Manchester United legend David De Gea has come out to explain why he took a one-year sabbatical after he left the club. He recently had his say during an interview with Italian media outlet Cronache Di Spogliatoio, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the break did him a lot of good mentally and physically because he needed time to rest and recharge his batteries. De Gea added that despite receiving offers from other English clubs when he left MUFC, he could not play for another English club. His words, “It was one of the best years of my…
Popular singer Ayo Maff is currently embroiled in a dispute with his record label, Tunesbid Limited, over alleged breaches of their contractual agreement. The music company recently called the artist out for failing to honour the contract they agreed. According to the label’s Chief Executive Officer, Precious Okolie, despite investing major resources to promote Ayo Maff, the singer and his management team went behind their back to engage with a global distribution company, Empire Distribution. Okplie added that Maff and his team connived to deceive and defraud Tunesbid by entering into a contractual agreement they had no intention of honouring…
Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford after a lengthy transfer saga. He recently revealed that he wanted the move as soon as it became a possibility, and fans have been reacting. According to him, immediately he knew that there was an opportunity to join Manchester United, he wasn’t going to pass up on the chance to play for the club of his dreams. Mbeumo added that MUFC has very amazing plans for the future, and he is really determined to challenge for the biggest trophies. His words, “As soon as I knew there was a…
Popular Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has come out to say that he almost represented Nigeria on the Big Brother Africa platform. He recently revealed that he was very close to representing the country on the reality show, but he was dropped eventually. According to him, the painful setback turned out to be a blessing because he was cast in the popular TV series MTV Shuga Naija the same year. He added that looking at the trajectory of his career now, Nollywood is where he is ordained by God to be. His words, “I have learnt that sometimes, lost opportunities could…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has come out to explain why he keeps signing players from Chelsea. This is coming after the Gunners completed Noni Madueke and Kepa Arrizabalaga’s transfer from Chelsea this summer. According to him, buyers go for Chelsea players because they are quality and plenty, and he has no issues buying from a rival as long as it is a player the club needs. Arteta added that he expects Madueke to show what he can bring to Arsenal as soon as the season starts. His words, “Probably because they have some great players, and a lot of players.…
Popular rapper and writer Eva Alordiah has opened up about her inspiring transformation from a struggling artist to a thriving online entrepreneur. She recently shared her reinvention journey, and fans have been reacting. According to her, her decision to stop chasing the world’s timeline resulted in her creating her own world, and it catapulted her into a new dimension where her presence and essence became sellable. Eva added that escaping the pressures of fame and the regular entertainment grind led her to a more fulfilling path and life. Her words, “One of the most liberating things I ever did? I…
Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford after a lengthy transfer saga. The club’s director of football, Jason Wilcox, recently reacted to the transfer while speaking to the press. According to him, Mbeumo’s goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, and his consistency is the reason MUFC invested in the productive player. Wilcox added that the Cameroon international’s belief in the club’s project confirmed that he was the perfect fit for Manchester United. His words, “Bryan’s goals and assists record in the Premier League is exceptional, his remarkable consistency has put him amongst…
Popular skitmaker Jarvis has spoken up about the possibility of marrying her boyfriend, Peller. Recall that Peller, a 19-year-old TikToker, proposed to the 23-year-old in December 2024. Despite initially claiming that the ring was a promise ring, not an engagement ring, Jarvis finally admitted that she is engaged to Peller in a recent interview with Channels TV. According to her, while she is very optimistic that they will get married eventually, it will only happen at the right time. She added that marriage is not an institution anyone rushes into, so they will take their time. Her words, “I believe…
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi should leave MLS before the 2026 World Cup, Terry Phelan has said. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, if Messi wants to be in top form ahead of the 2026 World Cup, he’ll have to leave the MLS for a league that can challenge him to be better despite his age. Phelan added that Lionel needs a new league to maintain his appetite for football. His words, “That’s the $100 million question isn’t it. I think David Beckham has done a wonderful job…
Popular media personality Ebuka Obi-Uchendu has shared some key milestones from the BBNaija show’s journey over the years. Recall that the ex-housemate and TV presenter is set to return as host for the 2025 edition. After MultiChoice Nigeria officially announced that the highly anticipated 10th season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) will premiere on July 26, 2025, with a double launch scheduled for July 26 and 27, Ebuka bragged about the show giving out N637 million in prize money thus far. His words, “Big Brother Naija has featured 197 housemates across its nine seasons. The show has aired for 709…
AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri has come out to say that he is confident that Luka Modric’s addition will help the club next season. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Modric is a champion who can raise the technical level at the club, and his signing is to ensure AC Milan starts guaranteeing UCL football like it used to. Allegri, however, added that the lack of European football will give his team more time to improve teamwork. His words, “Modric will be important for us; he’s a champion…
Popular British actor Damson Idris has come out to flaunt his stellar romantic track record. He recently revealed that no woman has ever turned him down, and fans have been reacting. Speaking during a candid interview with Amelia Dimoldenberg, Idris simply disclosed that he has never been rejected when it comes to going on a date with a woman. He added that all the women he has ever professed love to ended up reciprocating his feelings. WOW.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has come out to say that Matheus Cunha was aggressive against Leeds United. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Cunha is excellent at receiving the ball between the lines and progressing aggressively in the direction of the opponents throughout the game. Amorim added that Diego Leon is a powerful youngster who will be very important for the future. His words, “I think Matheus Cunha showed what we need. That he is a player when he receives the ball between the lines can be…
Veteran Nollywood actress Opeyemi Aiyeola has shared why she cut off her colleagues in the film industry after getting married. The moviestar recently revealed that she blocked everyone in Nollywood for a full decade after relocating to the U.S with her husband. Speaking in a recent interview on Oyinmomo TV, Aiyeola said that she made the decision to protect her marriage and avoid becoming a part of the trend of broken celebrity homes. According to her, she apologized to her fans for her lengthy absence from the Nigerian film industry, but it had to happen because she held her marriage…
New Arsenal signing Noni Madueke has explained his decision to join the North London giants. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he is excited and proud to sign for Arsenal football club, and he cannot wait to play his part to ensure the Gunners win every trophy available. Madueke added that he is someone who goes with his gut feeling a lot, so he believes he made the right move. His words, “I’m somebody who goes with my gut feeling a lot of the time and I feel…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has shared his thoughts on modern masculinity and emotional intelligence. He recently emphasised the importance of diverse male role models, and the world has been reacting. Speaking during an episode of the IMO podcast, hosted by his wife Michelle Obama and brother-in-law Craig Robinson, Barack said that it is important for young boys to have access to a range of male influences beyond their fathers. According to him, he’ll continue to highlight the special role that LGBTQ friends can play in modelling empathy and kindness, qualities that go a long way towards raising well-rounded young…
Inter Miami manager Javier Mascherano has come out to say that his admiration for Lionel Messi is total. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, Messi is greatly admired by fans across the world because he is a role model who has completely transcended the sport. Mascherano added that he is very privileged to watch an Argentine forward who has made history as a footballer. His words, “I was with him for eight years at Barcelona, with the national team, at airports, hotels – especially in places he hasn’t…