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Jerome Rothen Ask France To ‘BOO’ Messi If He Returns With Argentina For 2024 Olympics—-Former Paris Saint-Germain and France international Jerome Rothen wants supporters of his previous club to boo Lionel Messi if the Argentinian decides to be part of his nation’s upcoming Olympic Games squad.

Messi has the chance to win a second Olympic gold medal after being invited by close-friend and former Barcelona team-mate Javier Mascherano to be part of Argentina’s Under-23 squad for the tournament.

Mascherano recently guided the Albiceleste to Olympics qualification following their win over reigning gold medallists Brazil and made a pitch for Messi to be part of the team as an older player.

This year’s summer Olympics take place in familiar territory for Messi after he spent two-years in the French capital between 2021 and 2023. However, any ideas of a warm welcome back to the nation might have to be put on hold after Rothen’s latest demand.

This year’s summer Olympics take place in familiar territory for Messi after he spent two-years in the French capital between 2021 and 2023. However, any ideas of a warm welcome back to the nation might have to be put on hold after Rothen’s latest demand.

41-year-old Rothen was a mainstay in French football, boasting nearly 300 Ligue 1 appearances with 180 of those coming at PSG, and fumed that Messi took the ‘p**s’ during his short time at the club.

Explaining the unsavoury reception that France football supporters should give the Rosario-born superstar if he does compete in the Olympics, Rothen stated Messi never showed any respect to his nation.

‘We should not forget what he has not given. As a French and a Parisian, seeing him parading with Argentina? Guys, if there is any way to dispute the fact that Messi took the p**s on us for two years, boo him,’ Rothen said on his talkshow Rothen s’enflamme.

‘He said it would be a disaster to live in Paris and that he hasn’t received the welcome he feels he was owed. Nonsense.

‘He was above the Eiffel Tower like Neymar was. Every French folk showed him respect when he arrived. You expect respect in return and it never arrived,’ he added.

Messi’s time at the Qatari-backed PSG saw him seal his ultimate career dream of winning the World Cup with Argentina in a chaotic final against France in 2022.

He later returned after a break celebrating back in south America and was met with a confused response from club supporters who were delighted to see him back, but also annoyed that he was responsible for beating France in the final.

Rothen continued to criticise Messi, adding: ‘When he was given off days, he never experienced Paris to the fullest and his performances never lived up to what we hoped for from him (…).

‘We heard he was not celebrated accordingly after winning the World Cup. You beat France in the final! He shouldn’t have expected to see the red carpet rolled out for him.’

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Alpha Morgan Bank Reinforces Commitment to Education at Redeemer’s University Business School Commissioning

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Alpha Morgan Bank Reinforces Commitment to Education at Redeemer’s University Business School Commissioning

Alpha Morgan Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to education and institutional development through its support for the commissioning of the Redeemer’s University Business School.

 

The Business School was officially inaugurated by Pastor (Mrs.) Folu Adeboye, at the commissioning ceremony attended by distinguished guests including Her Excellency, Mrs. Bola Obasanjo; the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of Redeemers University, Professor Oluwatoyin Ogundipe; the Vice Chancellor, Professor Shadrach Olufemi Akindele; and other notable dignitaries.

 

Speaking at the event, the Managing Director of Alpha Morgan Bank reiterated the  Bank’s commitment to supporting institutions that drive intellectual growth and national development.

 

As part of its broader focus on knowledge sharing and thought leadership, Alpha Morgan Bank will host its Economic Review Webinar in May 2026, bringing together experts to share insights on key economic trends and opportunities.

 

The Bank’s involvement reflects its continued dedication to empowering institutions and shaping the future of business and leadership in Nigeria.

 

 

Read more about Alpha Morgan Bank on www.alphamorganbank.com 

 

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch

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Buratai, Fagbemi , Shagaya, Olofa, Others Eulogise Olowu Kuta’s Olori On 60th Birthday, Foundation Launch Eminent personalities across the Nigeria stormed the TFK Event Centre, Bala Mohammed Way, Guzape, Abuja, to celebrate the 60th birthday of Olowu Kuta’s Olori, Queen Jumai Amoke and her Foundation Launch on Saturday 28, March 2026. From former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TY Buratai rtd, to the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Prince Lateef Fagbemi; Olofa of Offa, HRM Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi. Even top businesswoman and socialite, Chief (Mrs) Bola Shagaya, was in attendance. Other dignitaries were newly promoted Deputy Inspector-General of Police and former AIG Zone 2 , Lagos , Adegoke Fayoade, Major General Abdumalik, Major General Samuel Adebayo rtd (Fmr CDI); Major General Anthony Omozoje rtd (Fmr Copp); Alhaji Tajudeen Owoyemi (Asiwaju of Offa and CEO Radisson Hotel Nigeria; Dr Waheed Olagunju, former managing director of Bank of Industry,  Oniba of Iba,  Lagos State, HRM Oba Dr Suleiman Raji ; Justice Falola, Olu of Ile-Ogbo , Oba Adetoyese amongst many traditional rulers and captains of industry too numerous to mention. Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Host, Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Adekunle Oyelude Makama, CON , Tegbosun iii, who is also the husband of the celebrant commended Queen Jumai for ‘ her slender arms full of kindness’ to establish such humanitarian Foundation, ‘Amoke Children and mother in Need Foundation’ at a time Nigerians are going through economic crisis occassioned by the global meltdown. Olowu also commended her steadfastness and love for the less privileged and downtrodden. The monarch refrenced the task before his wife’s humanitarian gesture said her best is yet to come. ” Olori Amoke Jumai, I celebrate you. You will celebrate 70, 80, 90 and continue to shine as you continue to put a smile on people’s faces. I love you, “Olowu Kuta added. To Lt Gen Buratai, a former army chief and former Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic, the reward of hard work is more work. Buratai, who also doubles as Balogun Agba of Owu Kuta, a chieftaincy title reserved for a generalismo congratulated Queen Jumai for attaining the age of 60 in good health. The retired army General said he’s not surprised by the turn out of eminent personalities across the country to celebrate the Olowu Kuta’s Olori because she merited it through her hospitality to all, adding that Allah the most merciful, most beneficial would accept all her act of ibadah. The minister of Justice, Prince Fagbemi, was full of praises for Queen Jumai for deeming it fit to have a place in her heart to accommodate the needy and less privileged in ‘our society.’ Prince Fagbemi urged the guests to contribute generously to support the Foundation in order to continue to alleviate poverty and put a smile on the faces of the people. ” I congratulate you on your 60th birthday and Foundation Launch. I wish you many happy returns of the day and many more fruitful services to the country and motherland”, Prince  Fagbemi added. The celebrant, Queen Jumai who was grining from ear to ear thankfully said she was excited by the turn out and the response of the people to her foundation. Queen Jumai, however, promised to continue to use her resources and donations received for the good of the needy and less privileged in the society. ” I want to appreciate my own Kabiesi Olofa of Offa , for his presence and im I’m using him as a point of contact to all other Kabiesis present here, the minister of justice and Attorney-General, you’re welcome, sir; Mrs Bola Shagaya, I salute your enterprise, Lt Gen Buratai,  I’m grateful, sir; DIG Fayoade, Justice Falola and other dignitaries too numerous to mention, I thank you, all.  To my darling husband, Kabiesi Olowu , I thank you immensely for your support. And to my family and friends, I thank you , all. E se pupo!”, she said.

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