Victor Boniface sparks social media buzz over lighthearted exchange with food vendor

By Monsurah Olatunji

Nigerian international and Bayer Leverkusen forward Victor Boniface has stirred social media intrigue following a viral video featuring a playful exchange with popular Lagos-based food vendor and content creator, Phoebe Odekina Esohe Ejura, known online as @justkingphoebe___.

Currently enjoying his off-season break in Lagos, the 24-year-old Bundesliga star was seen in high spirits as he sampled a homemade meal delivered by Phoebe, whose vibrant online presence and culinary flair have earned her a growing following.

“She brought food for me and my friends and it’s actually good,” Boniface said in the video, which quickly gained traction across Instagram and TikTok. In a cheeky aside, he added, “But she forgot [to put] chicken, but no problem. The food is actually nice.”

Phoebe, in a humorous response, claimed Boniface had rushed her to deliver the meal before it was fully prepared, leading to the missing chicken. “He was disturbing me before my delivery even came in!” she joked in a follow-up clip.

The light-hearted interaction, marked by Boniface’s rarely seen playful side, has fueled playful speculation among fans about the nature of their relationship.

While neither party has indicated anything beyond friendship, the video has triggered what some users are calling a “situationship watch” online.

The Super Eagles striker, known more for his sharp finishing and laid-back demeanor, has typically kept a low profile regarding his personal life, making this public moment of levity especially notable for his supporters.

Whether the buzz is fleeting or evolves into a recurring narrative, one thing is certain: Boniface’s off-the-pitch charm has won him a few more fans ahead of the upcoming football season.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. He began his career at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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