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  • Reece James hits back at Chelsea fans

    Reece James hits back at Chelsea fans

    Chelsea captain Reece James has said the club have ‘come on leaps and bounds’ amid ongoing fan criticism of manager Enzo Maresca.

    Chelsea have gone from title challengers to top four hopefuls after a dismal run of form throughout the festive period and into the last ten games of the season.

    Enzo Maresca has been heavily criticised for his style of play along with their poor run of form, despite impressing in his first few months in charge.

    The Premier League side remain in contention for silverware and are heavy favourites to win the Europa Conference League, even if recent showings have left a lot to be desired.

    James, 25, has given Maresca his full backing, praising him for the progress his side and made and setting their ambitions in stone.

    Speaking to Sky Sports, James said: “Our objective is to play Champions League football next year. I think there’s still more to come from us, it’s early days.

    “We’ve learnt a lot this season and are still learning. We have come on leaps and bounds this year, fighting against the best teams in the league on a consistent basis.

    “I think the balance of the team is key, to have different players for different roles. Everyone complements each other well and that helps with where we are so far. Hopefully our performances reflect how far we have come.

    “The way the head coach is with the team, the way he wants us to play and how passionate he is makes it enjoyable. Our idea and focus stays the same no matter who we are playing against.”

  • Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham allegedly has a man arrested for wishing death upon her son

    Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham allegedly has a man arrested for wishing death upon her son

    Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has reportedly had an X user arrested after he wished death on her son.

     

    The actress, who has been facing intense online criticism due to her support for President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 general election, engaged in a heated exchange with an X user identified as @Yarlo. During the exchange, @Yarlo wrote, “Your son go kpai soon.”

     

    Toyin responded by promising to make him a scapegoat, to which @Yarlo replied, “Use me as the first scapegoat.”

     

    On Monday, another user who claimed to be close to @Yarlo alleged that the X user was arrested by the Lagos State Police Command for cyberbullying Toyin Abraham. Seeking help on behalf of the arrested user, @Reedah wrote: “Hello, I’m Reedah and Yarlo is my friend. Heard from his mother that he was arrested 4 days ago. I heard that the police came from Lagos to arrest him for cyberbullying Toyin Abraham. Any help you can provide would be deeply appreciated.”

    However, the police is yet to comment on the development.

  • Euro 2024: UEFA set to sanction Serbia over fans’ unruly behaviour

    Euro 2024: UEFA set to sanction Serbia over fans’ unruly behaviour

    UEFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against the Football Association of Serbia (FSS) over alleged inappropriate behaviour by its fans after the country’s Euro 2024 match against England.

    Some of the charges against the FSS include “throwing of objects” and “transmitting a provocative message unfit for a sports event”, the European football body said in a statement.

    According to UEFA’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) a decision will be arrived at in due course.

    Meanwhile, Kosovo and Serbia filed complaints against each other with UEFA over the same match.

    Serbia said a Kosovo journalist allegedly made an Albanian nationalist sign while the Kosovo Football Federation (FFK) complained over what it called “racist messages” from Serbia fans.

    Serbia fans displayed “flags, slogans and chants… with political, chauvinistic and racist messages against Kosovo”, an FFK statement said.

    “The unhindered display of such messages… at a big event like Euro 2024 is senseless and absurd,” it said and called for strict disciplinary measures against its Serbian peer, labelling it a “repeat offender”.

    Both Kosovo and Serbia said that the incidents occurred before and during the Euro 2024 match between Serbia and England on Sunday, which England won 1-0.

    Recall that ties between the two Balkan neighbours are very tense and it often spill over into the sporting world especially football.

    A decade after the war between Kosovo independence-seeking ethnic Albanian rebels and Serbian forces — that killed around 13,000 people, mostly ethnic Albanians — Pristina declared independence from Belgrade in 2008.

    However, Serbia still does not recognise the move that was accepted by around 100 countries.

    Despite Serbia’s lobbying against its admittance, Kosovo became a full-fledged member of UEFA and FIFA in 2016.

    But Kosovo didn’t  qualify for Euro 2024.

  • Arsenal chief Kroenke’s speech to fans ahead of title battle

    Arsenal chief Kroenke’s speech to fans ahead of title battle

    Arsenal chief Josh Kroenke has assured fans they won’t standstill this summer.

    With the title within reach today, Kroenke says planning is underway to again strengthen for next season.

    “While we are undoubtedly proud of the progress we have made, I want to be clear that no one at the club will stand still,” he told Arsenal’s website.

    “However things finish today, we’re all working behind the scenes to move us forward – always forward – again.

    “There is so much that we want to achieve, both at home and in Europe, and we are focused on writing some exciting new stories and chapters that build on the history of Arsenal Football Club.

    “There have been so many stories and milestones across the season, shaped by so many of our players.

    “We have all enjoyed seeing our summer signings flourish into being Arsenal players and we’re delighted that a number of players have committed to new contracts to keep this squad together, fighting on all fronts. We want to continue to forge that winning mentality that runs so deeply throughout the club.

    “Whatever happens between now and the final whistle today, I’m certain that this season will live long in our memories.

    “The football our teams have played has been a joy to watch and we can all rightly be proud of the progress and the direction of the football club.

    “To be fighting for the Premier League title on the final day of the campaign is a testament to the hard work, drive and determination of everyone at the club. So, too, is the fact we reached the Champions League quarter-final for the first time in 14 years and made it back-to-back Champions League qualifications for the first time in seven years.”

  • Celebrities, fans celebrate DJ Jimmy Jatt’s career of 40 years

    Celebrities, fans celebrate DJ Jimmy Jatt’s career of 40 years

    Nigerian Disc Jockey, Jimmy Amu, popularly known as DJ Jimmy Jatt, on Friday celebrated 40 years of his career.

    Jimmy Jatt is revered as one of the pioneering Afrobeats hip-hop disc jockeys in Nigeria.
    He started out his music career as a rapper under the sobriquet, Master J, but delved into disc jockeying after failure in getting signed by a record label.

    Jimmy Jatt took to his Instagram page to celebrate the milestone with display of pictures showing how he began his career from 1984.

    He wrote: “40 years of being behind the decks and still spinnin’ strong… Drom Vinyl to Digital… Still rockin’ them gigs….
    “Old School… News School…. No School
    rules OG… Oracle…Agba Awo… Fresh as ever 1984 to 2024…. Jimmy Jatt
    #beentheredonethat #recognize #consistency #premiumdj.”

    Some celebrities and fans took to the comment section to celebrate him and the longevity of his career.

    @Do2dtun, who is also know as the Energy Gad, wrote: “You started the year I was born. Like I always say, “He is so good; they named him thrice”.. you are legend that’s still killing it.”

    Okey Bakassi added, “My mentor, brother and friend, a gentleman and king.”
    Dj Consequence said, “Only One Jimmy Jatt”, while VjAdams commented by saying “King”.

    Steve Onu, popularly known as Yaw, commented “Baba oooooo”, while Nikki Laoye said “Congratulations Egbon. Our very own Legend. You are a great blessing indeed. More grace to you and many more years of greater achievements in Jesus name, Amen.”

    Actor Kunle Remi said, “Ancestor!!! Amadioha” while Music Producer, Sarz, said, “Wow”, and Dj Neptune commented, “No one come close to the master.”

    Actor Alex Ekubo added, “ Egbon toh sure”, while Actress Funlola Aofiyebi-Raimi said “Legend”, with Musical group, StylPlus, saying “Legendary”.
    Koffi Tha Guru, a comedian, said “More grease and grace Baami. More spins to your needles.”

    Orezi, who is also known as Mr Raggamofin, added, “Legendary international Dj Jimmyyyyy. Baba na master.”

    A fan, Kunle Ibrahim, whose instagram handle is chief_ _kay_, said “ I give you my own Grammy of all time, more blessed life to live insha Allah.”

    Another fan who goes by papychucky on instagram, said, “Why don’t we have hall of fame in our industry? The likes of Jimmy changed our industry and they really need to be honoured.”

    Obaijostar commented, “Godfather of all time, senior man, you valid, surulere to the world.”

    Dejaygfunk wrote: “Father father, I prostrate flat on the floor again and again sir. Bless God for keeping you strong so far, wish you so many more happy years ahead.”

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  • Don Jazzy advises fans on how to handle critics

    Don Jazzy advises fans on how to handle critics

    Nigerian music executive and producer, Michael Collins Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, recently gave fans tips on how to handle critics.

    He urged them not to be bothered by criticisms when they attained their goals, stressing that when they were struggling critics didn’t care about them.

    According to him, paying attention to critics is a form of distraction.

    On his X handle on Saturday, Don wrote: “Nobody gives a f*ck about you when you are suffering and grinding.

    “If you give a f*ck about what people think about you when you make it, then you didn’t learn shit in the come-up and will be back suffering in no time.”

    “Worrying about what people think about you in your grinding phase and your made phase is a distraction.”

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  • Stop pitting me against my friends – BNXN warns

    Stop pitting me against my friends – BNXN warns

    Afrobeats singer, Daniel Benson, popularly known as BNXN, has issued a stern warning to fans who constantly draw comparisons between him and his fellow artists.

    Taking to the micro blogging platform Twitter, X, the singer spoke out to a fan, who compared him to his songstress, Ayra Starr.

    BNXN further urged music lovers to stop instigating unnecessary rivalries, as he focuses attention to the importance of unity and celebrating individual achievements.

    In his words: “Stop pitting me against my friends for entertainment.” The ‘Kilometre’ hitmaker, in a follow-uo post restate his message, showcasing his kind-hearted nature. He said: “Pure heart. I’m happy for people and I wait my turn.”

  • Connection with Chelsea fans will improve – Pochettino

    Connection with Chelsea fans will improve – Pochettino

    Chelsea’s incredible win over Manchester United may help their manager connect with supporters.

    That is the view of the man himself, Mauricio Pochettino, as he spoke in the aftermath of the dramatic contest.

    The Blues were 3-2 down to United in added time, but won 4-3 after two late Cole Palmer goals.

    “The fans are so important in football,” Pochettino said to reporters.

    “I am so happy, not only for the three points or because our performance was better than Manchester United, but because this was my first time here at Stamford Bridge that I started to feel a connection with the fans.

    “That will be really helpful for us until the end of the season. That, for me, should be what’s really important.”

  • Regina Daniels reacts after getting dragged for repeating native wear

    Regina Daniels reacts after getting dragged for repeating native wear

    Nollywood actress, Regina Daniels reacted after fans slammed her for repeating native wear.

    The actress had taken to social media to share some photos on Instagram from her recent trip to the village with her family, only for fans to drag her for repeating a particular native wear.

    Reacting, Regina Daniels spoke about people’s comments and noted that she has some other outfits she already rocked before and would still wear in the future because they are beautiful.

    She added that she never knew as a celebrity, it would be tagged as absurd to wear an outfit twice.

    In her words: “Okay I think I just learnt you cannot wear an outfit twice being a celebrity. What should I do lai dis? Because I have plenty fine clothes I have worn and will still wear o.”

     

     

     

  • I don’t know why fans boo me – Jack Grealish

    I don’t know why fans boo me – Jack Grealish

    Manchester City ace Jack Grealish says he doesn’t know why he’s booed by opposition fans.

    Grealish admits he’s baffled why he’s signaled out by crowds across the country.

    He said: “I always wondered why opposing fans booed me. My Mum often asks me about this. And I don’t know the reason. In every away match the stands whistle at me, but I don’t know why. I try to take it as a compliment.”

    On City’s season run-in, Grealish also said: “I trained almost throughout the entire international break without days off. We have two matches against Real Madrid, games against Chelsea and Aston Villa. I hope I was able to help the team and coach.

    “I want to make the fans happy in the last two months of the season.”