Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen has officially buried the hatchet with popular football analyst and content creator, Bi Bernard, just days after a very public online disagreement. The reconciliation marks a swift end to a feud that had captured the attention of Nigerian football fans.
How the Disagreement Started
The conflict originated from Nigeria's round-of-16 victory against Mozambique at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. During the match, Osimhen was involved in a heated on-field confrontation with his Super Eagles teammate, Ademola Lookman. The incident quickly became a major talking point, overshadowing the team's success.
Bi Bernard, in his analysis, criticized Osimhen's conduct during the clash, describing the striker's actions as unnecessary. This professional critique did not sit well with the Napoli forward. Shortly after Bernard's commentary went viral, the analyst announced that Osimhen had blocked him on Instagram, expressing frustration in a video where he questioned the strong reaction to what he saw as fair criticism.
The Peace Brokers Step In
The resolution was not a spontaneous one. It took the combined influence and diplomatic efforts of two notable Nigerian figures to bridge the gap. Former Super Eagles midfielder Ogenyi Onazi and veteran comedian AY Makun privately reached out to both parties, urging them to resolve their misunderstanding.
Their intervention was driven by a desire for unity, especially with the crucial AFCON tournament still ongoing. The peacemakers emphasized the bigger picture, encouraging both men to move past the online spat for the sake of national team harmony.
"We're Cool Now": Official Confirmation of Truce
In a new update posted on January 8, 2025, Bi Bernard confirmed that the rift was fully settled. He revealed in an Instagram video that Osimhen had not only unblocked him but had also followed him back on the social media platform, a clear signal that the issue was resolved.
Bernard disclosed that he and the footballer held a private, calm conversation in the early hours of the morning where both men shared their perspectives. "We're cool now. Osimhen and I spoke this morning. Everything has been settled. Shoutout to Onazi and AY—they made this happen," the analyst stated.
He added that the conversation gave him insight into the immense pressure Osimhen had been facing from various fronts, which may have influenced his initial reaction to the criticism.
The news of the reconciliation was met with positive reactions from fans on social media, who praised the move for unity. Comedian AY himself commented, promoting understanding and love over ego. The swift resolution ensures that off-field drama does not distract from the Super Eagles' focus on their AFCON campaign.
