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Rugby Star, Mohamed Haouas Handed One-year Jail Sentence For Domestic Abuse After Hitting His Wife in Public For Smoking A Cigarette
Rugby player, Mohamed Haouas has been handed a one-year jail sentence for domestic abuse.
The 29-year-old french star was arrested last Friday after being seen hitting his wife near a popular shopping centre in Hérault, France.
Reports claim that a dispute arose between the two after he’d spotted his wife Imane smoking a cigarette, despite her telling Haouas that she’d stopped.
The Montpellier player attempted to explain his actions and claimed: ‘She has the right to smoke but the problem is that she lied to me.
‘I said to myself that if she can lie about the cigarette, she could lie about other things. I imagined things, I got jealous. I got mad, and I lost control,’ he said.
Haouas remained in custody since the incident before receiving a fast-tracked court hearing on Tuesday May 30, where he was given a guilty verdict.
Reports in France suggest Haouas may yet be spared time in jail, due to the fact he has been handed an adjustable sentence.
In response to the incident, France’s rugby federation said that Haouas’ actions were ‘inadmissible and incompatible with representing our country at international level’.
In addition, the 29-year-old’s potential summer move from Montpellier to Clermont – which had been agreed – has now been cancelled.
Clermont released a statement that condemned Haouas’ actions and insisted he ‘put himself in total opposition with our identity’ and ‘will not be able to wear our colours on the pitch’.
The France international has had similarly controversial actions occur on the pitch, such as his four-week ban for headbutting Scotland’s Ben White in the Six Nations.
He was also sent off at Murrayfield in 2020 for punching forward Jamie Ritchie.
And, last year, Haouas was handed an 18-month suspended sentence for his role in a series of burglaries in 2014.
The 29-year-old has made 16 appearances for France but could may well have ended his chances of adding to that with his actions off the pitch.
Josh2Funny’s Album Has Fans Talking — But Should He Stick To Music Or Skits? 😂🎶
Nigerian comedian and content creator Josh2Funny has taken his comedy game into music, and Nigerians are definitely having something to say about it.
The comedian released his 15-track album, “On Behalf of Josh,” on July 10, 2026, but instead of fading away after release, the project has continued to generate conversations on X.
And the big question now is:
Should Josh2Funny continue with music or go back to skits? 😂
Fans have been divided. While some listeners openly criticized the album and told him to return to comedy, others found songs they genuinely enjoyed.
One X user joked:
“Josh2Funny stopped doing skits and started music, Everybody wan chop this music money 😂”
Another simply said:
“This Josh2Funny Album no enter make he just go back skit abeg 😂”
But then came “Lembe.” 🔥
The track caught fire on X and eventually became a trending topic in Nigeria. The #LembeChallenge also gained momentum as creators began jumping on the song.
Josh2Funny later announced ₦1 million for winners of the challenge, giving the song another major push.
And it didn’t stop there.
‘INTERNATIONAL’ FT. ICE PRINCE ALSO TRENDED
On another day, “International” featuring Ice Prince generated its own buzz on X.
One fan even called it their favourite song from the album, while praising the collaboration. The post itself pulled thousands of views, showing that people weren’t only talking about Lembe.
From album criticism to trending songs and challenges, “On Behalf of Josh” has kept Josh2Funny’s name in the conversation.
Whether you love the album or think he should return to skits, one thing is clear:
Josh2Funny has succeeded in getting Nigerians talking. 😂🔥
So, let’s settle this once and for all:
Should Josh2Funny continue with MUSIC 🎶 or return to SKITS 😂?
Music or Skits? Drop your answer! 👇
East Ham, East London — 8 August 2026: The vibrant Igbo community in the UK came together for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, culture and social connection at Igbotic Game Night, one of the biggest social gatherings celebrating the Igbo community in the United Kingdom.
Among the night’s standout moments was an electrifying performance by Afrobeats artist Obeena, who took the stage and immediately captured the attention of the crowd.
Obeena delivered performances of two of his hit songs, “Wara Wara” and “Banging,” bringing his energetic sound and distinctive stage presence to the event. From the opening moments of his set, fans responded with excitement, singing along, dancing and enthusiastically supporting the artist.
His performance of “Wara Wara” created an instant connection with the audience, while “Banging” took the energy to another level. Obeena’s ability to engage the crowd transformed his set into one of the most memorable entertainment moments of the evening.
Held in East Ham, East London, on 8 August 2026, Igbotic Game Night provided a unique platform for members of the Igbo community to celebrate their heritage while enjoying music, games and social interaction. Events such as this continue to play an important role in bringing together Nigerians and the wider African diaspora in the UK.
For Obeena, the performance was another opportunity to showcase his growing artistry and connect directly with fans. His energetic delivery, stage confidence and ability to command the audience demonstrated why his live performances continue to attract attention.
By the end of his set, Obeena had left the crowd amazed and added another memorable chapter to his journey as an Afrobeats artist. His appearance at Igbotic Game Night was not simply a performance—it was a celebration of Nigerian music, culture and community.
With performances like this, Obeena continues to demonstrate his ambition to take his sound beyond the studio and onto major stages, connecting with audiences through music, energy and an unmistakable African identity.
Igbotic Game Night brought the Igbo community together. Obeena gave them a performance to remember.
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