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AFCON 2025: Super Eagles rout Mozambique 4-0 to seal last-eight spot

Nigeria booked a convincing place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a dominant 4-0 victory over Mozambique in their round-of-16 encounter on Monday night in Fes.

The three-time champions delivered one of their most complete performances of the tournament at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, overwhelming the Mambas with pace, movement and clinical finishing.

Victor Osimhen scored twice, while Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams were also on the scoresheet as Eric Chelle’s side advanced with authority.

Early control sets the tone

Osimhen found the net inside two minutes, only for the effort to be ruled out for offside.

The Super Eagles continued to apply pressure, with Alex Iwobi forcing an early save from goalkeeper Ernan after a strike from distance.

The breakthrough arrived in the 20th minute. Iwobi split the defence with a precise pass to Akor Adams, who cut the ball back for Lookman to finish calmly inside the area.

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles rout Mozambique 4-0 to seal last-eight spot
Lookman, Osimhen, Akor Adams shine as Super Eagles reach AFCON 2025 quarter-finals – Getty image

Five minutes later, Nigeria doubled their advantage as Iwobi again picked out Lookman, whose driven cross deflected kindly into Osimhen’s path for a close-range finish.

Mozambique struggled to cope with Nigeria’s intensity, while Chelle’s men controlled possession and tempo for the remainder of the half.

Adams and Lookman both passed up opportunities to extend the lead before the interval.

Osimhen and Adams complete the job

Nigeria effectively ended the contest moments after the restart. Lookman once again proved decisive, weaving into the box before squaring for Osimhen to tap in his second goal of the night and third of the tournament, making it 3-0.

With Mozambique stretched, Nigeria continued to create chances. The fourth goal arrived in the 75th minute, with Lookman turning provider yet again, this time setting up Adams, who rifled a powerful effort into the roof of the net.

The Super Eagles could have added further goals in the closing stages but eased off as the match drew to a close, having already put the result beyond doubt.

The win took Nigeria’s tally to 12 goals in the competition, the highest of any team so far.

Quarter-final test awaits

Mozambique bowed out of the tournament, unable to contain Nigeria’s attacking depth.

For the Super Eagles, attention now turns to the quarter-finals, where they will face the winner of the round-of-16 tie between Algeria and DR Congo on Saturday, January 10.

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VeryDarkMan Unveils Girlfriend Amid Alleged Relationship With Jojo Of Lele (Photos)

Social media critic VeryDarkMan has revealed his girlfriend amid rumours linking him romantically to content creator Jojo of Lele.

Flaunting pictures of them together on all his social media handles, VeryDarkMan announced the lady’s arrival and his break from social media.

He wrote with love emoji: “She’s here, bye Internet for now.”

This came amid his alleged relationship with content creator, Jojo of Lele.

Recall that Jojo of Lele who always refers to VeryDarkMan as her husband, announced him as her man almost a year ago.

Also recall that VeryDarkMan had in February 2025, named Jojo of Lele among women that media personality, Nedu Wazobia, allegedly slept with in exchange for features on his platform.

Denying the allegation, JoJo noted “I have never had anything to do with Nedu.”

Following the controversy, VeryDarkMan invited Jojo of Lele for dinner in Abuja. Speaking after their meeting, the content creator professed love to VeryDarkMan.

“I’m in love with VDM,” she said days after visiting the critic.

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I Can Practise Any Religion I Want – Actor Jamiu Azeez Reacts To Backlash Over Alleged Conversion From Islam To Christianity

Jamiu Azeez, the Nollywood actor and filmmaker, has reacted to the backlash following reports that he converted from Islam to Christianity.

The controversy begun after a video showing him at a church service in a white outfit circulated online.

The video quickly spread, prompting questions from some members of the Muslim community about his faith and calls for him to change his name.

The post drew a mix of reactions from both fans and critics across social media.

On Sunday, January 4, Jamiu addressed the situation on his social media accounts.

He shared messages and comments he had received, showing the strong reactions to the video.

He said that people should not interfere with his personal choices, adding that he never publicly announced any change in religion.

Jamiu said his faith is a private matter and should not be a topic for judgment.

He also made light of the situation, joking that he could wear traditional spiritual clothing if he wanted.

He wrote on his Instagram story: “It’s only in Nigeria people are so bothered about another person’s life. Imagine telling a man in his 40s how to live his life.

“I posted myself in white garment on the crossover night and mehn, the comments I have been reading on blogs, especially on Facebook, are crazy.

“Some even came to my DM to drag me… I can choose to practise any religion and that should not be anyone’s problem. I never even came out to say I have converted o.”

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My English Is Bad – TikToker Peller Admits As He Announces Plans To Return To School (Video)

Popular Nigerian TikToker Peller has expressed regret over his struggle with speaking English fluently.

The streamer made this known during a recent live stream session with his colleague, Enzo.

Enzo during the live session, asked  Peller to formally introduce himself, “just tell them in English that your name is Peller.”

In response Peller said “in English? E no go go.”

Enzo replied “So, you’re telling me that if Speed comes, you are not going to talk to him? Because he just called me now that he’s coming tomorrow.”

Peller; “I no go even see am. My English is very bad, but I dey go university soon to study Arts.”

Recall that Peller’s decision to return to school came after his breakup with Jarvis, his older girlfriend

Watch him speak in the video below:

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Tyson Fury Announces Return To Boxing 12 Months After Fifth Retirement

Tyson Fury has announced his return to professional boxing in 2026, a year after stepping away from the sport for the fifth time.

The former heavyweight champion announced his decision on Instagram, ending months of speculation after sharing training clips over the festive period.

“2026 is that year. Return of the mac,” Fury wrote. “Been away for a while but im back now, 37 years old and still punching.

“Nothing better to do than punch men in the face & get paid for it.”

Fury retired in January 2025, a month after suffering his second consecutive points defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, who beat him twice in 2024 in Saudi Arabia and Riyadh as the Brit failed in his bid to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis.

Despite those losses, Fury boasts a 34-2-1 record and is a two-time world champion, having defeated Wladimir Klitschko in 2015 and Deontay Wilder in 2020.

The 37-year-old has a long history of retirements and comebacks, having previously stepped away from boxing in 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2022, each time returning to the ring months later.

A potential third fight with Usyk would still draw huge interest, while a long-awaited all-British clash with Anthony Joshua had been targeted for 2026. That bout is now uncertain following a recent car crash involving Joshua that killed two close members of his team.

Speaking on the situation, Fury’s promoter Frank Warren said Joshua’s future in the sport was unclear.

“This is an awful time for everyone involved,”Warren said. “I don’t even know if he will ever have the appetite to fight again or if he will ever fight again, that is something that only time will tell.”

Fury also sent his condolences to Joshua after the crash, writing on social media: “This is so sad. May God give them a good bed in heaven.”

With his latest announcement, Fury now appears set on another comeback, aiming to become a three-time heavyweight world champion.

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BREAKING: Ruben Amorim Has Been Sacked As Manchester Utd Manager

Manchester United have dismissed Ruben Amorim from his role as manager.

This follows Amorim’s comments after their 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Sunday.

The Portuguese had criticized United’s heirarchy, asking them to “do their jobs” in a feisty press conference.

The 40-year-old leaves the role at Old Trafford after a topsy-turvy 14 months at the club.

United currently sit in sixth place after 20 league fixtures.

More to follow..

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I Regret Gifting A Lady A Range Rover Because Of Love – Nigerian Comedian, Sabinus Opens Up (Video)

Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, a Nigerian comedian, who is popularly known as Sabinus, has opened up about a painful relationship experience in which his partner left him despite his lavish gestures of love.

Speaking in a recent livestream with TikToker Sandra Benede, Sabinus described love as “cruel,” stressing that he resonates with what TikTok star Peller is going through following his breakup with his girlfriend, Jarvis.

Sabinus explained that he has been in a similar situation with Peller, who has been throwing public tantrums and involved in a ghastly car accident following the heartbreak.

He recalled how a lady he gifted a range rover out of love later left him. The comedian said he regretted the decision.

He urged Nigerians not to be harsh on Peller, stressing that love can be cruel sometimes.

“Jarvis has finished Peller. I have been in Peller’s situation before. Love is cruel.

“I once gifted a girl Range Rover because of love. She later left me. I regretted it. So nobody should blame Peller,” Sabinus said.

Recall that Sabinus confirmed that his marriage to his wife and mother of his child, Ciana Chapman, has ended during a TikTok livestream in December 2025.

The couple got married in a private ceremony in 2023, and the marriage lasted for just over a year.

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Why Anthony Joshua’s Mother Should Be Blamed For Fatal Accident – Actress Lizzy Anjorin Makes Controversial Claim (Video)

Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has responded to the road accident in Ogun State that claimed the lives of two close friends of British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua during his recent visit to Nigeria.

The actress, in a video shared online, blamed the boxer’s mother for allowing him to travel to his hometown during the festive period instead of staying in high-security parts of Lagos such as Lekki, Ikoyi, or Banana Island.

She said a better choice of location could have helped keep him away from danger.

Anjorin added that a world-famous sports figure should not be moving around freely in such areas, especially during crowded holiday visits.

“Anthony Joshua’s mother is to blame. She didn’t put her son in a better place like Lekki or Ikoyi, she watched him go back to his village for the festivities.

“What reasonable mother would watch her son go back to that kind of place?

“Why couldn’t she put him somewhere like Ikoyi or Banana Island?,” she said.

The tragic crash happened in Ogun State and claimed the lives of two of Joshua’s companions, while he escaped de@th.

The boxer had been in the country to spend time with family and reconnect with his roots when the sad event occurred.

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I Paid A Price For That Decision – Nigerian Actress, Bimbo Thomas Speaks On Why She Stopped Accepting Thug Roles (Video)

Nollywood actress Bimbo Thomas has explained why she stopped taking “thug” roles after gaining widespread recognition for her performance in Funke Akindele’s film Omo Ghetto.

In an interview with Chude, the thespian said she made the choice on purpose because she did not want to be known for only one type of character.

Bimbo said she wanted people to see that she could act in many forms, not only as a street tough person.

She explained that in the industry, many actors are often fixed in one image, and she did not want her career to go in that direction.

She believed she had more to offer and wanted room to show it. She also shared that the choice was not easy.

At that time, she was still building her career, and stepping away from such roles slowed her down. Work was reduced, money was reduced, and even some friendships were affected.

Later, when she had a baby, she had to focus more on her child. Endorsement deals helped during that period.

Bimbo rose to fame after her tough street role in Omo Ghetto, one of the most popular Nigerian films, which later returned with a sequel titled Omo Ghetto: The Saga.

Her strong performance drew more attention to her, but it also placed her in a narrow role space.

She said she walked away from such characters so that her future roles would not be limited.

She said, “Yes, I did stop. You know, as a thespian, I really wanted to showcase myself, my versatility and other sides of myself apart from what God has used Funke Akindele to do. In this part of the world, actors get stereotyped and typecast, and I knew I had more to offer than being boxed into one role.

“Looking back, the decision may not have been right at the time because I was not yet fully established. But I was also afraid that if I became too well-known for that image, it would be harder to diversify later. If I had started producing then, things might have been different.

“That choice slowed things down for me. Then I had a baby and needed to focus on my child. Thankfully, endorsements came in; otherwise, it would have been tough. I paid a price for that decision. I lost roles, I lost money, and even some friendships.”

 

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My Husband and I Don’t Act Our Age – Nollywood Actress Priscilla Ojo Speaks Up (Video)

Nigerian actress Priscilla Ojo has revealed that the age difference between her and Tanzanian singer Juma Jux does not affect their relationship.

She spoke about it while chatting with Pulse Nigeria after many people kept asking about their ages.

She explained that she is 24 while Juma Jux is 35, but she does not judge their relationship based on numbers.

According to her, what matters most is the heart and how both partners relate with each other.

Priscilla said she did not even know his age when they first met because he looked young and carried himself with style.

She added that spending time together made her focus more on their bond and not the difference in age.

She also shared that they do not behave strictly according to their ages.

She said she acts more mature than people expect, while Jux is playful and relaxed.

They enjoy creating TikTok videos and having fun together like close friends.

Priscilla made it clear that the age gap is not a problem for her, even though many people online talk about it often.

She stated that their connection is what matters to her.

She said: “This age thing. To be honest, to me, I feel like age is just a number. And as long as it’s not so crazy, crazy, like I mean. But I feel like age is just a number. And it starts from here, the heart.

“When I met him, I didn’t even know he was like his age. Like, he looked very young. He dressed very nice. He looked, you know, very young. Likewise. And yeah, we’ve got to meet and story. I don’t see the age like that. I don’t.

“Because with us, we don’t even act our age. I don’t act like I’m 24. It tells me I act so mature. He doesn’t act like he’s 35. He acts like, you know… you see us doing TikToks, having fun, just being ourselves.

“So yes, that’s it. I don’t really see the age difference as a problem, the way some of you say it though.”

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