…using her platform to speak against attacks on foreigners in South Africa. Following the backlash, the singer cancelled her show in Lagos. However, speaking at the South African Music Awards over the weekend, Tyla prayed for a unified Africa. In a trending video, she said, “And I am just so happy to be South African. I…

GistReel Nigerian content creator Peller has shaved his head in solidarity with his wife, Jarvis, after she faced criticism and insults over her decision to cut her hair. In a video shared online, Peller was seen at a barbershop explaining that he wanted to shave his hair in the same style as his wife to surprise her. …

Activist Omoyele Sowore responded sharply after Afrobeat star Davido called him 'arindin' on social media over his criticism of Osun StateSowore turned the insult around on Davido's uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, raising questions about the governor's educational backgroundThe activist also blasted Adeleke for endors…

…that members of the Accord Party, their wives and children be killed. Following the backlash, Fadahunsi sought to clarify his words, claiming he meant they should be “killed with votes.” But the damage is already done. Such incendiary rhetoric can frighten voters and discourage them from turning up to cast their ballot…

…about that,” he said. The Ede airport project, initially awarded at N99.5bn, has faced backlash from the All Progressives Congress and the Allied Peoples Movement, whose governorship candidates have questioned the technical capacity of the contractor and the rising cost of the project, now put at over N130bn. The APC c…

…should legally not be allowed to have children" - TikToker Shirin doubles down amid backlash Popular TikToker Shirin has defended her controversial comments about people living in financial hardship having children, after her earlier remarks sparked backlash online. Shirin had previously suggested that people who canno…

…have also held initial talks about organising competitions themselves amid the backlash against Infantino. UEFA has previously threatened a boycott of FIFA competitions, and PA understands that its decision to hold preliminary discussions with AFC and CONCACAF about coordinating their own tournaments is to make sure th…

Actress Anne Hathaway's look to the world premiere of The End of Oak Street sparks backlash Anne Hathaway attended the world premiere of The End of Oak Street in an ensemble that has got people talking. The premiere held at the Steven J. Ross Theater on August 09, 2026, in Burbank, California. She was there alongside h…

…may face legal consequences." Meta quickly restored the post after receiving a major backlash.While the company apologised for the "technical glitch" that led to the removal of PM's video, the IT ministry maintained that Meta's explanation was "not reasonable". They added that if it was indeed a glitch, then Meta, bein…

…and their friends" and attempting to "sell the soul of football."Following intense backlash from continental federations, national associations, and politicians, Infantino announced the withdrawal of the proposal. However, despite the plan being shelved, UEFA has warned FIFA and Infantino to preserve all relevant docum…

…nations and with the long-term stewardship of football at its heart." Following the backlash, Infantino confirmed that the proposal would not proceed."Having listened carefully to all the views, it has become clear that the project has created divisions of a nature that, regardless of the level of support, are no longe…

…of the game globally” by raising up to $4.2 billion. On Friday, facing a fierce global backlash, Infantino pulled the plug on the plan. CONCACAF, which includes all three co-hosts of the recently concluded 2026 World Cup — the United States, Canada and Mexico — as well as Caribbean associations, on Saturday welcomed th…

…creating a $20 billion company to run the World Cup with private investors, but drew backlash that grew every day since Tuesday's announcement. "We must identify those responsible and hold them to account," UEFA said on Saturday. "No option should be off the table. The current FIFA leadership has not only lost UEFA's c…

…the plan to allow private investment in the World Cup which had sparked a furious global backlash even among his allies. AFP Sport details the timeline of the dramatic few days which significantly weakened Infantino, who had been basking in the warm afterglow of a highly successful 48-team World Cup spread over three c…

…at bo0mbotical back-up his missing.” Watch the video here… Video showing a lady facing backlash from followers after she was seen dancing on her ex-husband’s grave. pic.twitter.com/Y8sWxX51OC — CrownprinceCom2 (@CrownprinceCom2) July 30, 2026

GistReel Media personality Daddy Freeze has reacted to the backlash trailing South African singer Tyla’s planned visit to Nigeria, questioning Nigerians calling for her boycott over the country’s history of Xenophobic attacks. The controversy followed her announcement of her first-ever world tour, with Lagos confirmed…

A US State Department presentation at the AIDS 2026 conference in Rio de Janeiro displayed a map that placed every African country in the wrong locationA Reuters analysis found the map carried an OpenAI watermark, suggesting it was generated using artificial intelligence toolsThe State Department admitted a team member…

…example to the students who aspire to be members of this noble profession of law. “The backlash or consequence of some of the universities not keeping within the limit of their quota has resulted not only in lowering the standard expected of the students admitted but also in causing a backlog of students not getting in…

…Singer Peter Okoye, also known as Mr P, has issued an apology following widespread backlash over his recent social media comments that questioned the practical value of Nigerian languages. In a statement shared via his verified X handle on Wednesday, July 29, the former P-Square member clarified that his remarks were w…

…up a commercial subsidiary to run events, including the World Cup, sparking a furious backlash. European football's governing body UEFA said the World Cup was not an "asset to trade" while the Asian Football Confederation said it had not been consulted. EU sports chief Glenn Micallef told FIFA on Wednesday: "Hands off…

…and former P-Square partner, Peter Okoye (Mr P). Days prior, Peter faced heavy public backlash after dismissing the practical value of indigenous Nigerian languages during an online discussion regarding his children's fluency in French. read here In a post shared on X, Paul said he is 100% Nigerian and proudly Igbo. by…

…to the extended family of US President Donald Trump. The announcement produced a furious backlash from European football’s governing body UEFA, which insisted the World Cup was not an “asset to trade”. England’s Football Association (FA) also voiced major concerns. “We were completely unaware of this proposal and have…

…Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali took to Instagram to back his colleague following the backlash she received from fansPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has publicly backed Chiamaka Nnadozie after the Super Falcons goalkeeper endured a torrid ou…

…wife's physical appearance. The men's coach got married this weekend and this sparked backlash from men who accused him of deceiving them with his teachings that marriage is a scam and they should never get married. As the men slammed him, some went for his wife. Reacting, Gehgeh wrote: "I can take everything y'all are…

…online brand around, particularly his views directed at men and women. Responding to the backlash, GehGeh insisted he had never advised people against getting married and urged social media users to better understand how online content works. “I never for once told y’all not to get married. Did I? If yes, show me a vid…