Social media roundup: GMO seeds, Viktor Gyokeres ‘impossible’ ambition and other trends

Hey there, this week’s social media roundup is chaos as usual, from OAU’s fashion police and the lingering GMO seed saga. We’ve packed it with punchy metaphors and elaborate spins, leaving the tweet-cooking to you. Dear readers, drop your spicy takes in the comments or on social media. Let’s dive into the digital circus.

19 years down the line of Funsho Williams’ unsolved mystery

S.A.L.A.K.O @UnkleAyo stirred the pot, marking 19 years since Funsho Williams’ death with, “Who killed Funsho Williams?” It’s a waltz of whispers and wild theories, and conspiracy theorists twirled and justice seekers swayed. The 2006 murder of the PDP governorship hopeful remains a cold case, and this anniversary has social media users pirouetting through old clues and new speculations.

Canal+’s MultiChoice megadeal: A $3.1B media marathon

Approval has been given for Canal+ to snag MultiChoice (DStv, GOtv) for $3.1 billion, tapping into 19.3 million users and a 49% stake in BetKing. It’s a media marathon where the French giant sprints to dominate Africa’s entertainment track. This has left social media users asking if France has come for African media after its acquisition of ports across the continent.

Meta AI has been classified ‘useless’

KING ELOM @EvnNeare called out Meta AI as “the most useless AI,” sparking a tango of tech critiques. It’s like a robot that forgot its lines mid-performance, with users mocking its responses while others defend its potential. The AI debate is heating up.

& : No peace in the gender wars

Sophia’s tweet, “Even women with pure intentions still want your money”, lit the match. Nandi’s response, “Men with pure intentions still want sex”, poured gasoline. And just like that, the gender war was back in full swing. Again.

Y’all divorce because you are bored?

The Feminist Turned HouseWife @turnedwife waded into the fray, calling out “ending your marriage because you’re bored” as a wicked societal trend. It’s a blues boogie where X users sway between sympathy for stale unions and scorn for shallow splits, turning personal woes into a public dance-off.

Viktor Gyokeres’ Arsenal ambition is a reach

Football Centel reported that Viktor Gyokeres said he joined Arsenal to win the Champions League. This is ironic for a club that hasn’t tasted glory in five years. It’s a fumble of a football fantasy. X users asked if he’s watched Arsenal in the last five years. Ambition or delusion? You decide.

What about a medical mischief?

Pharaoh @MrMekzy_ shared a July 23 tale of a patient refusing treatment despite high blood pressure, wishing he could “cuff them to a chair.” It’s a medical mischief moment, and if it is ethical, we support it.

Ifeanyi Adeleke’s tribute from Davido

Davido posted a rare, emotional tweet in memory of his late son, Ifeanyi. “RIP LEGEND!!” It reignited public sympathy, and fans have sent love and prayers. A sad moment that reminded many of the humanity behind celebrity.

Brown Ideye’s rant highlights a big issue

Ex-Nigerian international Brown Ideye’s tweet slammed the conditions local footballers face. His capital-letter-rant exposed the grit (and struggle) of NPFL players and how Nigeria continues to “manage” its best talents to frustration.

Guys gossip too

“Guys act like they’re above gossip, but they got folders,” said @HighTrustMedia, and the quotes? 100% confession season. Turns out men do gist, just in secure, password-protected folders.

OAU’s dress code drama

A new campus dress code at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun, is sparking culture vs control debates. Students say it’s a breach of freedom. The school? Not so much. As a tweet says, “OAU is now more invested in trousers than transcripts.”

However…..

According to FIJ, the university’s Public Relations Officer Monday, stated that the circulated document did not originate from the school management. He acknowledged that while the university was indeed considering implementing a dress code, the process was ongoing and no such directive had been issued.

GMO seeds or not?

After Aproko Doctor’s exposé video, GMO seeds trended all week. Nigerians debated everything from cancer myths to food colonialism. For once, people agreed that knowledge is not in sachet, and more education is needed.

In case you are lost shaa…Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) seeds are seeds that have been scientifically altered to improve certain traits like resistance to pests, drought tolerance, or faster growth, by inserting specific genes from other organisms.

Unlike traditional crossbreeding, which takes generations, genetic modification allows scientists target and introduce desired traits more precisely and quickly. Supporters argue that GMO seeds can help boost food security, reduce pesticide use, and withstand climate change.

Critics, however, worry about long-term health effects, environmental risks, and the control large biotech companies may have over seed supply. In Nigeria, the debate often blends science with distrust in regulatory bodies and fears of corporate exploitation.

Newcastle’s Isak £150M price tag

@433 broke news on July 25 that Newcastle demands £150M for Alexander Isak, a Premier League record. Nigerians calculated it, ₦220 billion. For that money, he better win UCL, AFCON, and solve the naira crisis.

Hulk Hogan dies

The childhood icon passed away this week, bringing a wave of nostalgia not for Gen Zs though. Nigerians remembered when wrestling felt real, Hulkamania ran wild, and DStv was truly premium.

Obi the fixer: UNICAL’s dental crisis gets ₦20M lifeline

First it was ₦50M to his old school, now it’s ₦20M to rescue stranded dental students at UNICAL; Peter Obi is literally on a giving tour. After students from the Dentistry Faculty went public with a desperate plea for help (no equipment, no induction, no future), Obi came through like a one-man accreditation committee. Their biggest need? Dental chairs. Their biggest hope? A heartfelt letter they wrote on Saturday. And boom, by Monday, Obi had answered.

In a country where leaders often ghost when things get tough, he’s showing up both online and offline like a fixer-in-chief. Once again, he’s proving that compassion and action, not just convoy speeches, are what true leadership looks like.

That’s your Social Media Roundup, folks. Catch me next Friday!