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[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

JUST IN: Michael Olise to Real Madrid can happen only if Olise tells Bayern he wants to GO, which has not happened SO FAR.

From next week, his future can be CLARIFIED.

Real Madrid are READY to send an OFFICIAL OFFER as soon as they get the green light. @FabrizioRomano
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[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@adikastakes If we’re going to be completely honest, I don’t think Messi should be blamed for these debates. The bigger issue is the institutions and the criteria used to decide the award.

Over the years, the criteria have often seemed inconsistent depending on the season and the player being considered. Look at Sneijder in 2010, Ribéry in 2013, Lewandowski in 2020/21 and Haaland in 2023. These are exactly the kinds of cases that keep the Ballon d’Or debate alive. FIFA’s own records show Sneijder was the 2010 World Cup Silver Ball winner, while Ribéry was the 2013 Club World Cup Golden Ball winner, and Lewandowski was named The Best FIFA Men’s Player in 2020 and 2021. (FIFA)

So I wouldn’t blame Messi for winning what was put in front of him. If people have a problem, the real question should be whether the voting criteria have been applied consistently from one year to another.

[Adika @Adikastakes]

I blame Messi for all these Ballon d’Or debates. If he had won that World Cup finally Mbappe and Yamal dare not mention their names and Ballon d’Or in the same sentence. Another trophy for Messi, 49 trophies now, more than any club since his debut. Ridiculous 🐐

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@adikastakes If we’re going to be completely honest, I don’t think Messi should be blamed for these debates. The bigger issue is the institutions and the criteria used to decide the award.

Over the years, the criteria have often seemed inconsistent depending on the season and the player being considered. Look at Sneijder in 2010, Ribéry in 2013, Lewandowski in 2020/21 and Haaland in 2023. These are exactly the kinds of cases that keep the Ballon d’Or debate alive. FIFA’s own records show Sneijder was the 2010 World Cup Silver Ball winner, while Ribéry was the 2013 Club World Cup Golden Ball winner, and Lewandowski was named The Best FIFA Men’s Player in 2020 and 2021. (FIFA)

So I wouldn’t blame Messi for winning what was put in front of him. If people have a problem, the real question should be whether the voting criteria have been applied consistently from one year to another.

Messi can celebrate his trophies and achievements, but that doesn’t mean every Ballon d’Or decision is automatically beyond debate. That’s where the argument should be.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@Michael80794603 @fineurl9128 Since it’s a military drill can they go do the military drill in the forest Donnie’s

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

So because some South Africans insulted Nigerians, that suddenly justifies insulting innocent South Africans? Two wrongs will never make a right.

And while you are busy obsessing over South Africa, ask yourself what is happening in Nigeria. The country is facing serious problems that demand the attention of its citizens and leaders. Criticising South Africa will not fix Nigeria, and attacking ordinary South Africans will not solve a single Nigerian problem.

South Africa has its own challenges, but at least there are ongoing efforts, debates and actions aimed at addressing them. That is where our energy should be directed not towards hatred, revenge and endless online battles.

You cannot rebuild Nigeria by being obsessed with South Africa. Fix your home, demand accountability, and stop turning innocent people into targets for the actions of others.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@Akinremiayomid5 @fineurl9128 Wow nice one Ayomide so VDM is also a dumbass

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

This comment tells me everything I need to know about the level of distraction we have allowed ourselves to fall into. Yes, violence in South Africa is serious, and it should be condemned. But why does every discussion about Nigeria suddenly become a competition with South Africa?

If Nigerian citizens spent half as much energy holding our own leaders accountable as they do dragging South Africa online, perhaps our conversations would be more productive. Tinubu and other political leaders should be answering for what is happening to Nigerians—not sitting back while citizens are distracted by another country’s problems and by endless arguments over who is carrying whose handbag.

The irony is that politicians benefit when citizens fight among themselves instead of demanding answers from those in power. Tinubu doesn’t need Nigerians to agree with each other; he only needs us distracted enough to stop asking the difficult questions.

So by all means, condemn violence wherever it happens—including South Africa. But don’t use South Africa as an escape route from Nigeria’s own problems. Before dragging another country from morning till night, look your own government in the eye and demand accountability. That’s where our energy should be.

[Osinachi Eze @OsinachiEze_]

If this happened in Nigeria, South Africans would be online dragging Nigeria from morning till night. But now that I’m actually paying attention to what happens in South Africa, I’m realizing the violence there is just as serious. Maybe stop acting like Nigeria is the only country with these problems.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I’m actually glad that someone has finally spoken up about the exact same issue I’ve been talking about. We need to seriously ask ourselves what kind of message we are sending when criminals become celebrities and their stories receive endless attention.

Taxpayers’ money and valuable court time are being spent dealing with people accused or convicted of serious crimes, such as Thabo Bester, when the focus should be on justice, accountability, and protecting society. A courtroom is supposed to be a place where justice is administered not a stage for criminals to become celebrities.

And then we act shocked when people start glorifying these individuals. People are watching what gets attention. When criminals are constantly discussed, analysed, interviewed and given platforms, some people can interpret that attention as recognition rather than condemnation.

The same concerns apply to the public fascination surrounding figures such as Cat Matlala. We need to be extremely careful about turning people facing serious criminal allegations into household names and giving them the kind of attention normally reserved for role models and public figures.

This does NOT mean denying anyone their constitutional right to a fair trial or the presumption of innocence. It means separating justice from celebrity culture. Let the courts establish the facts, let the law take its course, and stop turning criminal cases into entertainment.

South Africans, we have to draw the line. Stop giving criminals celebrity status. Stop glorifying notoriety. Stop turning serious criminal cases into entertainment. Demand justice, demand accountability, and demand that our institutions put victims and the safety of ordinary citizens at the centre of the conversation.

Our children are watching us. The next generation needs to learn that crime brings accountability not fame, admiration or influence. Let’s change the culture: celebrate the people who build our communities, protect our families and contribute positively to society. 🇿🇦

Enough is enough. Let justice be justice not celebrity theatre.

[Revolutionary Gangsta💚 @RevoGangSta777]

💔💔😭

My South African Sister's stop idolizing criminals.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I’m actually glad that someone has finally spoken up about the exact same issue I’ve been talking about. We need to seriously ask ourselves what kind of message we are sending when criminals become celebrities and their stories receive endless attention.

Taxpayers’ money and valuable court time are being spent dealing with people accused or convicted of serious crimes, such as Thabo Bester, when the focus should be on justice, accountability, and protecting society. A courtroom is supposed to be a place where justice is administered—not a stage for criminals to become celebrities.

And then we act shocked when people start glorifying these individuals. People are watching what gets attention. When criminals are constantly discussed, analysed, interviewed and given platforms, some people can interpret that attention as recognition rather than condemnation.

The same concerns apply to the public fascination surrounding figures such as Cat Matlala. We need to be extremely careful about turning people facing serious criminal allegations into household names and giving them the kind of attention normally reserved for role models and public figures.

This does NOT mean denying anyone their constitutional right to a fair trial or the presumption of innocence. It means separating justice from celebrity culture. Let the courts establish the facts, let the law take its course, and stop turning criminal cases into entertainment.

South Africans, we have to draw the line. Stop giving criminals celebrity status. Stop glorifying notoriety. Stop turning serious criminal cases into entertainment. Demand justice, demand accountability, and demand that our institutions put victims and the safety of ordinary citizens at the centre of the conversation.

Our children are watching us. The next generation needs to learn that crime brings accountability not fame, admiration or influence. Let’s change the culture: celebrate the people who build our communities, protect our families and contribute positively to society. 🇿🇦

Enough is enough. Let justice be justice not celebrity theatre.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

What does “illegal foreigners” have to do with a crime where everyone is still in the dark about what actually happened? Until the facts are established, dragging an entire group of people into it simply to push a political agenda is irresponsible and disgusting.

You are a disgrace to manhood. I genuinely spit on that kind of thinking. What the hell are we becoming in this country when even the death of an innocent woman is being turned into political ammunition?

And honestly, I blame your father for not using a condom the result of that decision is now online embarrassing himself. Do better. Have some humanity. 💔

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

What does “illegal foreigners” have to do with a crime where everyone is still in the dark about what actually happened? Until the facts are established, dragging an entire group of people into it simply to push a political agenda is irresponsible and disgusting.

You are a disgrace to manhood. I genuinely spit on that kind of thinking. What the hell are we becoming in this country when even the death of an innocent woman is being turned into political ammunition?

And honestly, I blame your father for not using a condom the result of that decision is now online embarrassing himself. Do better. Have some humanity. 💔

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

How stupid and inhuman can you be? Using the tragic loss of an innocent woman as a cheap electioneering tool is beyond disgraceful. Someone has lost their life, and your first instinct is to turn their death into political propaganda and a campaign slogan.

You should be ashamed of yourself. I spit on that kind of politics and the complete lack of humanity it represents. What are we becoming as a country when even someone’s tragic death cannot be mourned without being exploited for political gain?

There is a time for politics and a time to show basic human decency. This was a moment for condolences and respect not political opportunism. 💔

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@fineurl9128 https://t.co/TAbYcslW93

Focus your energy on Nigeria mumu

[Trending Explained @TrendingEx]

Trending Video: Poor and hungry Nigerians run after an APC campaign bus throwing out bread and rice at them in Abuja.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I never knew you were still this stupid. Honestly, replying to this whole pile of nonsense is a waste of time. You’ve managed to turn a handbag into an entire political thesis while completely missing the point.

At this stage, explaining basic logic to you would be like teaching a brick how to use a calculator. When your entire argument collapses over a handbag, maybe the problem isn’t Peter Obi—it’s the weakness of your argument.

[Daniel Regha @DanielRegha]

Peter Obi was already wealthy before joining politics, he is doing us a favor by contesting for presidency. So his wife Margaret can buy anything she wants. That's what a lot of people keep using an excuse.

Really? OK let's address the caps shall we.

-Obi is doing Nigerians a favour how? Isn't he fighting to stay in power like other politicians, by jumping from one party to another after making promises upon promises. Otherwise why decamping and working with people Nigerians seem criminalz?

-Peter Obi partly made his wealth from running an importation business, emphasis on "Importation", that's the same campaigning on "Consumption-to-production" mantra. He wants to flip the coin after cashing out, or it's today he knows Nigerians can produce stuffs. We have also seen how his administration literally ran Anambra State like a business, fees increment, refusal to approve FG improved salaries leading to strikes, and funding religious-owned hospitals instead of developing public hospitals.

-His whole online persona is built on cutting down cost, and encouraging local production. So how does his Margaret help by owning a luxurious berkin bag? Or you think the bag that worth millions of naira was made at Aba market?

The point remains that his wife who's an aspiring first lady, should not own such a luxury or even seen carrying it, and all this talks of him being a billionaire thru business changes nothing. Anyone who's a multi-billionaire in this country one way or another has benefitted from the system. If things was working well in the country, like price regulations and control, we won't have that much billionaires. Point blank period.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I never knew you were still this stupid. Honestly, replying to this whole pile of nonsense is a waste of time. You’ve managed to turn a handbag into an entire political thesis while completely missing the point.

At this stage, explaining basic logic to you would be like teaching a brick how to use a calculator. When your entire argument collapses over a handbag, maybe the problem isn’t Peter Obi—it’s the weakness of your argument.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

The guy in this video has actually pointed out a lot of important details and, frankly, seems to have done more digging than the police themselves. What makes this even more disturbing is hearing SAPS say we cannot conclude that this is a serial killer when there appears to be a clear pattern that urgently needs to be investigated.

Multiple women reportedly being found half-naked, with incidents seemingly occurring at regular intervals, should be enough to raise serious questions and demand a proper investigation. Nobody is asking the police to jump to conclusions we’re asking them to connect the dots and take the pattern seriously.

And the fact that police officers allegedly called this man a “joke” is unbelievable. If anything, the situation makes their response look like the joke. SAPS needs to stop being defensive, start listening to the public, and do the job properly before another woman becomes a victim.

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

The guy in this video has actually pointed out a lot of important details and, frankly, seems to have done more digging than the police themselves. What makes this even more disturbing is hearing SAPS say we cannot conclude that this is a serial killer when there appears to be a clear pattern that urgently needs to be investigated.

Multiple women reportedly being found half-naked, with incidents seemingly occurring at regular intervals, should be enough to raise serious questions and demand a proper investigation. Nobody is asking the police to jump to conclusions we’re asking them to connect the dots and take the pattern seriously.

And the fact that police officers allegedly called this man a “joke” is unbelievable. If anything, the situation makes their response look like the joke. SAPS needs to stop being defensive, start listening to the public, and do the job properly before another woman becomes a victim.

[T-Junction🚧 @t_junction1]

There's no corrupt police station in South Africa than Kempton park

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

@Bentenisn @OsinachiEze_ This is how you know how stupid a lowlife Nigerian will go to create their own happiness that’s is Zimbabwe broski donkey stop embarrassing your ancestors

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I still don’t understand why some Nigerians are so obsessed with South Africa. On what grounds do you think you can point a camera at South Africa and mock people over political inducements when we’ve seen parents in Nigeria sell their votes and, in the process, their children’s future for as little as ₦5,000?

If you want to call out corruption and political manipulation, that’s fine. But before you start pointing fingers at another country, make sure you’ve taken an honest look at your own backyard. No country is perfect, and hypocrisy doesn’t become acceptable simply because it’s directed at someone else.

Don’t turn South Africa into your punching bag just to distract yourself from the problems at home. If you want to expose embarrassment, start with your own backyard because when you point one finger at another country, three are pointing straight back at

[Themba Bank @Th3mbaBanks]

I still don’t understand why some Nigerians are suddenly so obsessed with South Africa. On what grounds do you think you can point a camera at South Africa and mock people over political inducements when we’ve seen parents in Nigeria sell their votes—and, in the process, their children’s future—for as little as ₦5,000?

If you want to call out corruption and political manipulation, that’s fine. But before you start pointing fingers at another country, make sure you’ve taken an honest look at your own backyard. No country is perfect, and hypocrisy doesn’t become acceptable simply because it’s directed at someone else.

Don’t turn South Africa into your punching bag just to distract yourself from the problems at home. If you want to expose embarrassment, start with your own backyard because when you point one finger at another country, three are pointing straight back at you.

[Osinachi Eze @OsinachiEze_]

You know South Africans have been talking trash about Nigeria for a very long time, and we kept quiet.

Well, Nigerians have had enough. You have our attention now.
Every hypocrisy, every embarrassing story, I’m putting it on this timeline. You wanted attention. Now you have ours.

Watch this video. South Africans being given crates of eggs to vote for politicians. Crates of eggs. Read my lips, CRATES OF EGGS 🙄

But if this happened in Nigeria, some of you would flood the internet mocking Nigerians and acting like you are somehow superior.

You have denigrated Nigerians for years, while pretending nothing embarrassing happens in your country. Let's see who will get tired first