Nigerian international and Super Eagles striker, Victor Boniface, has sparked mixed reactions online following his response to a journalist’s question about his fitness, with some social media users describing his tone as dismissive and arrogant.
The incident occurred during Boniface’s official unveiling at his new Bundesliga club, Werder Bremen, where he granted an interview with ESPN. During the session, he was asked about his physical condition and whether he was fully fit to perform at the highest level for his new team.
In response, Boniface firmly stated: “If my body is not 100%, I will be in the hospital. I will not be here talking to you.” His answer quickly went viral, drawing attention on social media platforms, particularly X (formerly Twitter).
While many fans defended him, arguing that he was simply being confident and straightforward, others felt his words came off as unnecessarily blunt. One of the critics, an X user identified as Monsieur Avril, expressed disappointment, suggesting Boniface had missed a chance to give a more professional and respectful response.
Monsieur Avril wrote: “An opportunity to make a statement, but chose to be a banger boy. Education no be scam. If e no dey, e no dey.” The remark implied that Boniface’s choice of words lacked polish and reflected poorly on him in a global spotlight.
The debate has since gained traction online, with users split between defending Boniface’s confidence and criticizing his communication style. Some believe his focus should remain on proving himself on the pitch, while others caution that players at his level must also be mindful of their public image.
It is worth noting that Boniface’s move to Werder Bremen followed a failed transfer to Italian giants AC Milan, a development that had already placed him in the spotlight. His ability to adapt in Germany and perform at the top level will now be closely watched by both supporters and critics.
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