'I don follow una advice to be serious' - Victor Boniface draws the line as he rejects N1m December request from fan

Nigerian forward Victor Boniface, often known for his playful and engaging presence on social media, surprised fans this week by turning down a high-profile N1 million request for a December giveaway on X (formerly Twitter).

The 24-year-old star, currently on loan at Bundesliga side Werder Bremen, signalled a shift in focus, saying he’s now ‘serious’ as often demanded by Nigerians.

The interesting incident unfolded after Boniface shared a photo on his X account following a brief social media break on Wednesday.

A fan took the chance to ask honestly in the comment section: “1m make I use do Decembezzy?” — a cheeky request for a December cash giveaway.

Boniface’s response cut through the usual banter:

“Na small tinx to do. But lately I don serious. You see say I no dey post again. I don follow una advice.”

This blunt reply shows the striker’s determination to lean into the seriousness expected of him by a passionate Nigerian fanbase that has previously called him out for excessive social media distractions.

Boniface has struggled to cement a starting role at Bremen since his mid-season loan move from Bayer Leverkusen.

Despite appearing in 10 matches and starting twice across competitions for his new club, he has yet to score, contributing just two assists.

The pressure has been mounting, with many fans urging him to focus on his football rather than social media antics.

Though his club season hasn’t hit full stride, the Super Eagles forward’s commitment couldn’t come at a better time.

Coach Eric Chelle recently announced Boniface among the 54-man provisional squad for AFCON 2025, set to kick off in Morocco on December 21.

Despite being ignored for the latter parts of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, this inclusion shows the faith the Nigerian national team places in his potential to make a major impact on the continental stage.

Boniface’s public declaration, “I don follow una advice”, indicates a new chapter: from playful social media star to determined professional ready to make his mark both for Bremen and the Super Eagles.

This honest exchange is already generating buzz across Nigerian socials, inspiring fans to rally behind a player who now appears ready to turn promising talent into consistent performance.