Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has come out to praise Martin Zubimendi for his impressive preseason at his new club. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, he played against Zubimendi when he was still at Real Madrid, and the Spaniard has always been a top footballer on and off the pitch. Odegaard added that Martin’s smartness and intelligence are the reasons he controls the midfield expertly. His words, “Yeah, he’s [Zubimendi] been really good in pre-season. And I’ve played a little bit with him before in Spain, you know,…
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The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has said that he is not in any supremacy battle with any monarch. His Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, recently revealed that the king is not in any form of competition with anyone. This is coming after the Alaafin faulted the Ooni’s decision to confer the title of Okanlomo of Oduwa on a businessman, Dotun Sanusi, during the unveiling of an indigenous social media network- 2geda, at Ilaji Hotel, Ibadan, at the weekend. Reacting via a press statement released online, Durojaiye shared that Alaafin sees himself as a veritable custodian of…
Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has tipped Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d’Or award ahead of Ousmane Dembele. He recently admitted that he wants to win the Champions League this season, and fans have been reacting. Speaking to the press, he revealed that it’ll be hard to choose a Ballon d’Or winner between Yamal and Dembele because they are both his teammates. According to him, however, while several players had amazing seasons in the previous campaign, he believes Yamal deserves to win the prestigious award. “You’re putting me in a difficult position, but I’m going to be modest in saying…
Popular Tennis legend Serena Williams has said that she has been taking a GLP-1 medication to help her lose weight. She recently revealed that her decision to lose weight was taken after the birth of her second daughter. Speaking during an interview with TODAY.com, Serena shared that she has lost 31 pounds since she started taking the medication about a year ago. According to her, despite trying other means to shed some weight, including running, exercise, and long walks, nothing worked, prompting her decision to resort to medications for the sake of her health. The mother of 2 stated that…
Colombian defender Yerry Mina has shared why his move to Barcelona did not work. He recently revealed that his Barcelona stint became a nightmare before he left. Speaking to the press, Mina said that his time at Barca was so bad that coach Ernesto Valverde stopped speaking to him after his first day at the club. According to him, despite rejecting Real Madrid for Barcelona, Valverde didn’t say a word to him for 7 months, and he barely got the chance to prove his worth. He stated that his stint as a Barcelona player got even more miserable after Rakitic…
Hollywood actress Tiffany Haddish has finally reacted to wild rumours suggesting that she secretly welcomed a baby with famous show host Jason Lee. The rumour started after they both posted a viral photo holding a baby, with Jason joking in the caption, “Cats out the bag.” Fans of the American movie star immediately ran with it, sparking a frenzy online, with many jumping to conclusion. Reacting during her guest-hosting gig on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Tiffany revealed that the rumours are false and she never welcomed any baby. According to her, it was crazy hearing her own relatives question her about…
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has said that the club turned down offers for him this summer. He recently hinted that he is very keen to extend his stay by signing a new contract. Speaking to the press, he revealed that the Red Devils have already made it clear that he would not be leaving under any circumstances this summer. According to him, the new hierarchy has been steering MUFC in the right direction since they came in, and the club almost feel like a completely different place in terms of its management staff. Revealing that his suitors received an…
Nollywood actress, Biodun Okeowo, a.k.a Omoborty, has shared her thoughts on marriage. She recently weighed in on the trending topic on Instagram, and fans have been reacting. Omoborty revealed that women should know that men can still wake up and decide to channel their inner King Solomon even after 50 years of marriage. According to her, Nigerian women should focus on praying for God to bless them with a good man who would make his vows at the altar and stick to them for the rest of his life. She stated that a long marriage won’t stop a man from…
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has said that he turned down Paris Saint-Germain’s bid for Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia because of Antonio Conte. He recently revealed that his decision not to sell both players was because of a promise he made to the Italian manager. Speaking to the press, De Laurentiis shared that despite the £168m bid from PSG to sign both Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia as a package deal, he could not sell after vowing to ensure the Nigerian plays under Conte. According to him, his initial plan was to sell to the French club and then use the…
Natasha Osawaru has come out to celebrate 2face Idibia after his remarkable Billboard achievement. Recall that 2baba’s “African Queen” recently topped Billboard’s 2025 list 50 best Afrobeat songs of all time. Reacting to the news, Natasha described 2face as a living legend, stating that he deserves to be celebrated for blessing Nigeria with his gift. According to her, 2baba made Nigeria proud with his music for years, and his legacy will never be questioned. “Congratulations, my husband. Ain’t nobody badder you. You are a living legend and a blessing to all of us. You’ve made Nigeria proud. I salute you,”…
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Nicolas Jackson will miss the club’s trip to West Ham. He recently revealed that the Senegalese international would be absent as he explores a move away from the club. Speaking to the press, Maresca said that while Jackson is not injured, he is focused on exploring his options before the transfer window closes. According to him, he is happy with João Pedro and Liam Delap as his striker options, and he looks forward to both forwards delivering the goods for Chelsea this season. “He is available but he is not going to be…
The former US First Lady, Michelle Obama, has said that her daughter never cared about pleasing Barack Obama. She recently revealed unlike her older daughter, Maila, who never hesitated to warm up to her dad, her younger daughter, Sasha, was not a people pleaser. Speaking on Wednesday’s episode of her and Craig Robinson’s “IMO” podcast, Michelle shared that Obama experienced a lot of friction with Sasha because her girl always preferred for people to go to her. According to her, after Obama started referring to their daughter as difficult, she had to explain to him that their youngest was just…
Real Madrid legend Toni Kroos has said that he felt hurt by Bayern Munich’s decision not to sign Enzo Millot. He recently revealed that the German champion’s refusal to sign the midfielder is a massive mistake. According to him, it was too good an opportunity to let slip, and Bayern Munich officials will have themselves to blame in the near future. Kroos stated that Millot is a very good player who would have improved the Bundesliga champions greatly. “I would have signed him if I were Bayern. Millot is truly a very, very good player. He was crucial at VfB.…
Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has said that his birthday post to Kate Henshaw was written to shock Nigerians. He recently revealed that everything he puts out online is designed to disrupt social media. Speaking during an interview with Pulse TV, Jim shared that his birthday message to Kate was a communication between two people who have known each other for decades and have gotten used to each other. According to him, his message was not disrespectful or insensitive in any way, and he is happy that some Nigerians understood what he was driving at. He stated that Kate Henshaw is…
Denmark legend Brian Laudrup has urged his compatriot Rasmus Hojlund to leave Manchester United this summer. He recently revealed that a loan move would be great for the 22-year-old striker this summer. Speaking to the press, the reality is that most Serie A clubs will not be able to afford Hojlund at the moment, so a permanent move might not be on the cards. According to him, Rasmus does not have a future at Manchester United under Amorim, and he will not get enough chances to feature this season. “He has to go. I don’t see that he has any…
Former BBNaija housemate BBNaija Sir Dee and his wife have welcomed their first child. He recently shared the good news via his Instagram page, and fans have been reacting. According to him, life will never be the same for him after the arrival of his first child, and he is super grateful to God for the opportunity to be a father. He concluded by appreciating his wife for giving him his best birthday gift yet. “The gift of God maketh rich and added no sorrow. Life as we know it will never remain the same. Thank you Jesus for the…
Liverpool forward Mohammed Salah has reacted to winning the PFA Players’ Player of the Year award for a third time. The milestone recently cemented his status as one of the Premier League’s all-time greats. Speaking during an interview with the press, Salah revealed that he is grateful to his fellow players for their votes. According to him, winning such a prestigious award at 33 is a wonderful feeling, especially when he remembers how he was deemed not good enough at Chelsea a decade ago. He stated that working his way up to the top of English football feels very incredible…
Hollywood actress Viola Davis has said that she feels free after clocking 60. She recently opened up about constantly struggling with her own identity before reaching her new age. Speaking during an exclusive interview with E! News, Viola revealed that life before 60 was all about her consistent struggles with who she is and what she should channel her energy and time into. “I feel free. I think that’s the best word for it. I think maybe before, and maybe it was fighting and struggling with identity and labels, what I should be and what I should be doing,” she…
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has said that Kylian Mbappe constantly strives to do better. He recently had his say while speaking to the press, and fans have been reacting. According to him, the Frenchman keeps showing a desire to perform better as an individual and a team player, and such a mentality is good news for Real Madrid. Alonso added that Mbappe wants to always inspire his teammates with his performances, like every true leader should. His words, “I think after last year and after doing a lot of good things, Mbappe wants more. I don’t know if it’s…
Popular singer Justin Bieber has thanked God for forgiving and loving him. He recently revealed that even though he doesn’t deserve his Creator’s forgiveness and love, God still comes through. Speaking via his Instagram page, Bieber revealed that he feels very grateful for the presence of Jesus Christ in his life. Appreciating the fact that God gives his love out without any form of discrimination, the musician disclosed that it is impossible for him to get through the day without it. “He meets me every morning with forgiveness and love that I truly don’t deserve. He gives this love so…