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Toke Makinwa says women cheat more but hide it better
Toke Makinwa just dropped a hot take claiming women are actually the bigger cheaters. Speaking on her podcast Toke Moments, the media personality argued that infidelity is way easier for women to pull off discreetly, while men have to put in way more work. She explained her perspective, saying a woman not cheating is often about personal restraint, not a lack of opportunity. Makinwa contrasted the effort involved, stating men typically spend money, time, and serious energy on their affairs. Women, she claimed, are often on the receiving end of that attention, making the whole process simpler and way less obvious. Makinwa made it clear she was not endorsing cheating, but she called out the common assumption that men are the only ones...
Jumoke Odetola lands Lekki home, calls it 11th hour miracle
Another day, another Nollywood flex, but this one is all about a last-minute miracle. Actress Jumoke Odetola just revealed she is a new homeowner in the Lekki Pride II area of Lagos, shouting out a property company called Zylushomes for making it happen with all the right paperwork. She posted pics on Instagram beaming with joy, calling the place an eleventh-hour miracle and a major blessing for the year. Odetola gave all the credit to what she described as divine intervention, saying everything she owns comes from a higher power and that this new spot brings total peace of mind. The actress made it clear the process was smooth, specifically thanking Zylushomes for operating with integrity. She officially declared herself the latest...
IK Ogbonna calls out dirty cinema tricks, demands fair play
Nigerian film politics just got called out by an actor tired of the behind-the-scenes mess. IK Ogbonna blasted cinema houses and rival producers for allegedly sabotaging the movie A Very Dirty Christmas, which stars him and Ini Edo. He took to Instagram to rant about the shady tactics hurting the film's chances. Ogbonna laid out a list of accusations from his personal account. He claimed theaters deliberately changed showtimes, gave their slots to other movies, and even switched off the air conditioning in screens showing their film. He mentioned that celebrities doing promotions had bad experiences and pointed a finger at the theater staff for steering customers away from their project. The actor argued producers invest heavily and...
Nkechi Blessing quits films, says 80 million naira vanished
A Nollywood star says she's quitting after losing a fortune. Actress Nkechi Blessing declared she is stopping film production, claiming to have lost over eighty million naira since September with minimal returns. She stated her movies failed to gain traction without excessive hype, prompting her to return to international travel instead. Her announcement drew supportive responses from colleagues like Tonto Dikeh and Eriata Ese, who encouraged persistence and consistency. The situation underscores common financial risks in the Nigerian film industry, where high production costs, piracy, and distribution problems often lead to uncertain profits for producers.
Chelle mulls tactical U-turn, could ditch tiki-taka for Tunisia
Nigeria's coach is considering a more counterattacking style. Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle stated he is deciding between two tactical plans for the AFCON match against Tunisia. One option involves ceding possession and attacking directly upon winning the ball, a shift from Nigeria's usual controlling philosophy. He acknowledged the strength of the Tunisian side as a reason for the potential adjustment. Nigeria currently holds three points in Group C, trailing Tunisia only on goal difference. A victory would significantly improve their chances of winning the group, which could lead to a more favorable knockout round draw.
Trabelsi won’t sweat Osimhen, vows collective shutout plan
Tunisia's coach says his team won't man-mark Nigeria's stars. Sami Trabelsi outlined his strategy ahead of their AFCON match, stating they will rely on collective defensive organization rather than focusing on individual threats like Victor Osimhen or Ademola Lookman. He emphasized maintaining high concentration against the entire Nigerian squad. Tunisia currently leads Group C on goal difference after the first matchday. The historical record between the two sides in the tournament favors Nigeria, who have three wins to Tunisia's one, with two draws.
Ndidi vows Tunisia loss won’t repeat, squad’s got new fire
Some Super Eagles carry old AFCON pain into a revenge match. Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi confirmed that nearly a third of Nigeria's current squad experienced their 2019 tournament exit to Tunisia, a one-nil loss in the round of sixteen. Players like Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, and Alex Iwobi were part of that team and are now in Morocco for the 2025 AFCON. Ndidi stated the group has discussed that painful defeat but views it as a source of confidence rather than a burden. He emphasized the current squad is a different team with a strong collective focus. Their stated goal is to avoid a repeat result when they face Tunisia again in an upcoming knockout match.
Salah’s penalty sends Egypt through, South Africa left fuming
Egypt pulled off a shorthanded win to lock in a knockout spot. Mohamed Salah converted a penalty to give Egypt a one-nil victory over South Africa in an AFCON group stage match, securing their advancement with a game left to play. The controversial penalty call came just before halftime, but Egypt's right back, Mohamed Hany, received a second yellow card in stoppage time, forcing the team to play the entire second half with ten men. Despite the disadvantage, goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy made key saves late in the match, including a stop on Aubrey Modiba's close-range shot set up by Lyle Foster. South Africa was also denied a potential handball penalty after a video review. The earlier draw between Angola and Zimbabwe cemented Egypt's...
Angola and Zimbabwe share points, AFCON hopes hang by a thread
AFCON group stage match ends in another draw. Angola and Zimbabwe tied one to one in their Group B fixture at the Stade de Marrakech, with both teams still looking for their first tournament win. Angola scored first in the twenty-fourth minute through a goal from Gelson Dala, assisted by To Carneiro. Zimbabwe equalized just before halftime, with Knowledge Musona finding the net off an assist from Bill Antonio during stoppage time. Angola controlled possession for much of the second half but failed to convert their chances into a winning goal. The result leaves each squad with a single point in the group standings, making their final matches critical for any chance of advancing to the knockout rounds.
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