Manchester United’s right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been approached to represent DR Congo at the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations to be held next year in Ivory Coast from January 13 to February 11. The defender Wan-Bissaka who is of Congolese descent was born in England. He made a single appearance for DR Congo in the U20s friendly match against England, which they lost 8–0 on October 7, 2015. Despite playing for England’s Under-20 and Under-21 teams and getting a call-up by manager Gareth Southgate for a pair of Euro 2020 qualifiers in September 2019, the 25-year-old has not made his…
Author: Vivian Onah
American actor, comedian, and singer Jamie Foxx is being accused of a rooftop sexual assault that allegedly happened eight years ago at a restaurant in New York City. According to the lawsuit, Foxx was at Catch NYC & Roof in August 2015, around 11 PM, when the plaintiff, named Jane Doe arrived to be seated in the rooftop lounge and bar. She narrated that around 1 AM, she noticed Jamie and her friend asked Foxx if he’d take a photo with her and the accuser. Jane claims he said, “Sure, baby anything for you” … and seemed intoxicated at the…
Brazil got handed their first-ever home defeat in Maracana by world champions, Argentina. In a game that much like a foul fest from the start, the chaotic defeat became the first time the South American football giants have suffered three defeats across the opening six games of the World Cup qualifiers. A powerful header by Nicolas Otamendi off a corner past in the 63rd minute of the game saw Argentina win against rivals Brazil, keeping them atop the 2026 World Cup qualifying standings while the Brazil national team drops to sixth in the qualifying standings. The match began with controversies…
Barcelona midfielder Gavi has torn his Anterior Cruciate Ligament and has suffered lateral meniscus damage to his knee. His club, Barcelona announced Gavi suffered a ‘complete tear’ of his Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) as well as a meniscus injury while on international duty. Further tests confirm that Gavi will be out for seven to nine months and likely to miss the whole season, including EURO 2024. This has come as sad news for Barcelona and Spain as the 19-year-old central midfielder is considered a star player by both his La Liga club Barcelona and his national team Spain. During Spain’s…
Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold will leave the club by the end of the year. The 52-year-old Chief Executive Officer who succeeded Ed Woodward on February 1, 2022, has announced will depart the role of CEO. Although yet to be officially confirmed, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos Group is set to complete the acquisition of a 25% stake in the club. Ineos Group will pay around £1.25bn for their minority purchase. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 29: Group Managing Director Richard Arnold of Manchester United speaks during a press conference to announce a new club partnership with Abengoa at Old Trafford on…
Nigerian rapper and entertainer Oladips has reportedly passed on. His management announced that the artiste had passed away on Tuesday, November 14. Oladipupo Olabode Oladimei, popularly known as Oladips, came into the limelight in 2017 after releasing his hit song ‘Lalakukulala’ with his then record label boss Reminisce. A video posted online showed his friends and people around him in panic while rushing him to the hospital as he battled for his life before he passed on. In an official statement posted on the last rapper’s Instagram, his management verified the story saying; “We are still in shock as we…
Nigerian singer, Teni sets to release her third studio album on Friday, 17 November. The songwriter and entertainer began hinting at a possible album in the middle of the year. The new album titled ‘Tears Of The Sun’ is packed with surprise collaborations from American singers Bruno Mars, Billie Eilish, Justin Bieber, UK rapper Central Cee, and Nigerian singers Burna Boy and Niniola. Teni began her career with a break-out single ‘Askamaya’ and became fans’ favorite by making hit follow-up singles like ‘Case,’ ‘Billionaire,’ ‘Uyo Meyo,’ and so many others. The new release of the album titled ‘Malaika’ proves that…
The government of Kenya has set a goal to plant 15 billion trees in 10 years. As a result of this, a holiday has been given to Kenyans to plant at least two seedlings, leading the 100 million trees target in Kenya for the aim of fighting climate change. The science behind this strategy adopted by the Kenyan government is that trees help tackle global warming by absorbing carbon dioxide from the air while releasing oxygen into the atmosphere. The government has allowed citizens to plant at designated public lands, made available about 150 million seedlings in public nurseries, and…
The Edo State Police Command has arrested the husband of a woman in the popular ‘Mummy Calm Down’ viral video after she allegedly took her life. Identified as Mrs Toluige Olokoobi Babalola, the deceased, who has left behind three children and her husband was a distributor to a pharmaceutical company in Benin City. It was gathered that she took her life by hanging herself with a rope in their house while the husband had gone to the market. Residents and neighbours of that area have expressed their shock at the unfortunate story. According to sources, their home around No. 89,…
England Central Back and Manchester City Defensive Midfielder John Stones will not be available for the Chelsea game on Sunday, November 12. The star player who moved to the English football Club, Manchester City, is notable for his performances in big games and is sometimes regarded as Pep Guardiola’s key players. Born on May 28, 1994, Stones started his career in March 2012 as a 17-year-old playing for Barnsley Club. He now wears the number 5 jersey for Man City and England, respectively. Throughout his career, John Stones has been known for his technical ability and physical presence on the…