Venezuela accuses US of extortion; Russia and China criticise Washington’s conduct

Samuel Reinaldo Moncada Acosta, Permanent Representative of Venezuela to the United Nations, addresses a Security Council meeting to discuss "ongoing US aggression" against the country, at UN headquarters in New York City, US, on Dec 23, 2025. (Photo: Reuters/Eduardo Munoz) United States: Russia and China on Tuesday (Dec 23) criticised the United States for its … Continue reading Venezuela accuses US of extortion; Russia and China criticise Washington’s conduct

Investigations prove Taiwanese smugglers controlled vessel that damaged subsea cables

Taiwanese Coast Guard vessels prepare to board Togolese-flagged cargo ship Hongtai suspected of severing an undersea communications cable in waters between its main island's west coast and the outlying Penghu islands, on Feb 25, 2025. (File photo: AP/Taiwan Coast Guard) Chinese authorities on Wednesday (Dec 24) said two Taiwanese citizens led a smuggling operation involving … Continue reading Investigations prove Taiwanese smugglers controlled vessel that damaged subsea cables

COMMENTARY: Don’t ever underestimate China

From United States President Donald Trump’s trade war to AI developments, 2025 has been full of dramatic twists and turns. One of the most consequential takeaways is to never, ever underestimate China. At the onset of the year, the world’s second-largest economy was left for dead. Economists were predicting lost decades akin to what Japan experienced in the … Continue reading COMMENTARY: Don’t ever underestimate China

Philippines angry over Chinese vessel off northern province amid Taiwan tensions

The Philippines Coast Guard said it deployed an aircraft on Tuesday (Dec 30) to challenge a Chinese research ship that serves as a base for submersible vessels after it was spotted about 19 nautical miles (around 35km) off the coast of northern Cagayan province. The ‌pilot issued multiple radio challenges to the ‌CRV Tan Suo … Continue reading Philippines angry over Chinese vessel off northern province amid Taiwan tensions

Japan says China’s military drills around Taiwan ‘increase tensions’

Japan said on Wednesday (Dec 31) that China's military exercises around Taiwan "increase tensions" across the Taiwan Strait, and that it had expressed its "concerns" to Beijing. "The recent military exercises conducted by the Chinese military around Taiwan constitute actions that increase tensions across the Taiwan Strait, and the Government of Japan has conveyed its … Continue reading Japan says China’s military drills around Taiwan ‘increase tensions’

AFCON: Uganda goalkeeper, Denis Onyango recounts mistakes against Nigeria

Uganda goalkeeper, Denis Onyango has insisted that Nigeria ‘punished’ his team because they were desperate for goals. Onyango was unable to save Uganda as Nigeria defeated them 3-1 in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, encounter on Tuesday. Uganda had needed a win against Eric Chelle’s side to stand a chance of qualifying for … Continue reading AFCON: Uganda goalkeeper, Denis Onyango recounts mistakes against Nigeria

Super Eagles player Onyedika explains how he scored a brace against Uganda

Super Eagles midfielder Raphael Onyedika has explained how he was able to score two goals in Nigeria’s 3-1 victory over Uganda. He also hailed Samuel Chukwueze who helped set up both of his goals in Nigeria’s 3-1 victory against Uganda in the final Group C match at the Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON,  in Morocco … Continue reading Super Eagles player Onyedika explains how he scored a brace against Uganda

CONSOLE ME NOT: Rotimi Salami speaks after Allwell’s death

Nollywood actor, Rotimi Salami, has finally broken his silence after the death of his close associate and mentor, actress Allwell Ademola. MEZIESBLOG reports that Allwell died from a heart attack on Saturday December 27 2025. Reacting to the actress’ sudden death, many Nigerians stormed Rotimi Salami’s comment section expressing concern about his well-being. Finally reacting … Continue reading CONSOLE ME NOT: Rotimi Salami speaks after Allwell’s death

AFCON 2025: Oliseh names 4 title contenders

Former Super Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh has named four countries as 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON,  title contenders. In a recent episode of Global Football Insights, Oliseh identified Nigeria, Egypt, Cameroon, and Senegal as the leading contenders for the AFCON title in Morocco. According to the former Juventus midfielder, most teams needed just one … Continue reading AFCON 2025: Oliseh names 4 title contenders

Sophia Momodu tells fans, ‘I’m not Davido’s wife’

Sophia Momodu, an entrepreneur and first baby mama of singer Davido, has warned fans against referring to her as wife of the music star. In a video broadcast, the mother of one revealed that despite breaking up with Davido, who is now married, many years ago, some fans still address her as the singer’s wife. … Continue reading Sophia Momodu tells fans, ‘I’m not Davido’s wife’