American rapper Cardi B and Nigerian Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye renew dating speculation after they are seen dining together in Venice, Italy. Multiple reports say the pair were spotted at Gio’s Restaurant inside the St. Regis Hotel, where they reportedly ate dinner with friends while overlooking one of the city’s canals. Photos and/or videos circulating online prompt renewed discussion about a possible romance.
Several outlets also report that Cardi B later addresses the growing speculation. Vanguard and other sources characterize her response as a clarification or reaction to the attention surrounding her friendship or alleged relationship with Okoye, following the recent public outing in Italy.
In addition, one source links the renewed discussion to wider context involving allegations raised by Okoye’s ex-partner, Jelicia Westhoff, which has featured in prior coverage of his personal life. Across the reports, the central points are the Venice dinner sightings, the spread of online dating rumours, and Cardi B’s subsequent break from silence regarding the attention. No confirmed relationship is reported in the articles.