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Manchester City Star, Benjamin Mendy Appears in Court To Face New Charge of Attempted Rape
Manchester City footballer, Benjamin Mendy has appeared in court to face a new allegation of attempted rape.
The 27-year-old appeared in the dock at Chester Crown Court, where a judge ruled the new charge against the French international can now be reported.
Mendy now faces nine charges in all, including seven counts of rape involving six alleged victims.
At the pre-trial hearing, Judge Patrick Thompson urged lawyers to ensure there is no delay and the case will be ready as he set a date for a six-week trial on July 25.
He said: ‘It’s not fair on the complainants and not fair on the defendants. I’m conscious of the fact that the complainants have already suffered significant delay.
‘Say, for example, Mr. Mendy, his career is on hold. Everyone has got to understand Mr Mendy can’t go to work. This matter needs to be tried.’
The defendant, wearing a dark grey suit, white shirt, and black tie, spoke only to confirm his identity.
He leaned his head towards a French interpreter who sat between him and his co-defendant, Louis Saha Matturie.
Judge Thompson set a further pre-trial hearing for March 11.
Mendy, of Prestbury, Cheshire, is accused of nine offences relating to six alleged victims.They include seven counts of rape relating to four women, one of sexual assault and the latest charge, one of attempted rape involving a new complainant.
Matturie, 40, of Eccles, Salford, is accused of 10 offences, involving seven women, including seven counts of rape relating to five women and three of sexual assault.
All the charges span from late 2020 to August 2021. None of the woman involved can be identified by law as complainants of sexual offences.
Both defendants were given bail in January after being in custody since both were first arrested on August 26 last year.
At the end of Wednesday’s 90-minute hearing, Judge Thompson told both defendants: ‘You will next be required to attend on Friday the 11th of March.
‘You both have your bail on conditions as before.’ Mendy nodded and replied: ‘OK.’
Mendy has played for Manchester City since 2017, when he joined from Monaco for a reported £52 million. City suspended him in August pending an investigation.
The club said in a statement at the time: ‘The matter is subject to a legal process and the club is therefore unable to make further comment until that process is complete.’
The renewed agreement reinforces the longstanding partnership between the artist and the label. It positions Chadreek for the next phase of his career with enhanced support across music production, distribution, marketing, and international expansion.
Known for his smooth vocal delivery and consistent output, Chadreek has steadily cultivated a dedicated following through standout records including Ori Mi (featuring Seyi Vibez), Better Dayz, Awure, and his earlier project No Bad Vibe. The renewed deal is expected to accelerate his momentum as he prepares new music and broadens his presence across Africa and global markets.
A source close to the camp confirmed that both parties are fully aligned on a clear vision for the artist’s next chapter, with a strong emphasis on high-quality releases and strategic growth.
This renewal marks another significant milestone in Chadreek’s journey as he continues to establish his place within the Afrobeats landscape.
About Chadreek
Chadreek is a Nigerian singer and songwriter signed to SauceBoi Music. He is recognised for his distinctive voice and a growing catalogue of Afrobeats records that blend melody, emotion, and street energy.
About SauceBoi Music
SauceBoi Music is a UK-based record label committed to developing and promoting talent across the Afrobeats and broader African music scenes.
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! 👇
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