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President Donald Trump branded NATO allies “cowards” on Iran Friday, as more US Marines reportedly headed to the Middle East in a possible sign of a coming ground operation three weeks into the war. A possible target for the troops could be Iran’s Kharg Island, with the White House telling AFP the United States could “take out” the vital oil hub at any time if Trump chose. The Axios news outlet reported that Trump was considering an occupation or blockade of the island to pressure Tehran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Trump doubled down on his criticism of…

The Nigerian Shippers Council has directed all shipping lines and their respective agencies to immediately suspend the implementation of the recently approved tariffs. The council announced this in a statement on Friday obtained by PUNCH Online. According to the statement, the directive is in pursuant to the ongoing engagements with critical stakeholders and in response to concerns raised regarding the timing, structure, and potential impact of the said tariffs on port users and the wider logistics value chain. “In order to safeguard fair competition, transparency, and sectoral stability, the council considers it necessary to halt further implementation pending the conclusion…

US President Donald Trump on Friday ruled out reaching a ceasefire agreement with Iran, as more Marines headed to the Middle East in a possible sign of a coming ground operation. Trump insisted Washington had the upper hand in the three-week-old war, despite Iran effectively blockading the Strait of Hormuz in a move that has sent global oil prices skyrocketing. “I think we have won,” Trump told journalists at the White House alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “I don’t want to do a ceasefire. You know you don’t do a ceasefire when you’re literally obliterating the other side.” Trump…

—Salutes unyielding spirit of Nigerians By Johnbosco Agbakwuru, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has cautioned against negative comments often bandied about by naysayers against Nigeria, affirming his trust in his citizens’ capacity to excel anywhere. President Tinubu, also praised the creativity and resilience of Nigerians as they reinvented the images of the past into modern history. The President spoke in London on Thursday, at Tate Modern during a reception organised by the British Government as part of activities to mark the state visit and to celebrate the industry of Nigerians who are contributing significantly to the growth and development of the…

Liverpool FC have strongly condemned racist abuse aimed at Ibrahima Konaté following their convincing win over Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League. Liverpool secured a 4-0 victory at Anfield, completing a 4-1 aggregate win to book their place in the quarter-finals. However, the result has been overshadowed by online attacks directed at Konaté after the match. The defender played a key role in the game but was involved in an early incident with Victor Osimhen. Both players collided, and the Nigerian striker suffered a serious arm injury from the impact. Konaté was also involved in other tense moments during the…

Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood tough guy most famous for his role in the “Walker, Texas Ranger” television series, has died, his family said Friday. He was 86. Norris passed away Thursday morning, the family said on Instagram, after media reports that he had been hospitalised for an undisclosed condition while on the Hawaiian island of Kauai. “To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength,” the statement read. “To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family.” The family…

Russia full-scale invasion of Ukraine of 24 February 2022 was in violation of the UN Charter and international law.  Since then, more than 15,000 civilians have been killed and overall damage is assessed so far at more than $195 billion. ‘A stain on our collective consciousness’: Guterres  “This devastating war is a stain on our collective consciousness, and remains a threat to regional and international peace and security,” UN Secretary-General António Guterres said just ahead of the sombre anniversary. He warned that “the longer the war continues, the deadlier it becomes,” noting that “civilians bear the brunt of this conflict.”  Last year, 2,514 people were killed – the largest number so far.  He described this as “simply unacceptable.” The conflict has brought endless hardship to the population. Older…

In a few weeks, political parties will hold primaries ahead of the 2007 general elections. This is in line with the timetable set by the Independent National Electoral Commission. As this is the second term of the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, all Lagosians would be keen to know his successor. The ruling party in the state would, of course, be happy to have a candidate who would have the majority of the electorate behind him, one who could move the state forward as the incumbent governor is doing. The governor, too, would wish to have a successor who could…

The Madison is the latest TV show from prolific creator Taylor Sheridan. Unlike his other programs, such as Yellowstone and Landman, the new series strays from bloody conflicts and cutthroat land disputes to explore a family’s reaction to a devastating loss. The first season, spanning six episodes, documents the Clyburn family’s relocation from Manhattan to Montana’s rural countryside as they grapple with a personal tragedy that upends their world. The program is being called Sheridan’s most personal work yet, and after watching the first three episodes, I completely understand why. If you haven’t caught up, I suggest keeping a box of tissues within…

Nigeria stands as a nation richly endowed with human and natural resources, yet weighed down by the persistent burden of corruption and failed leadership. For decades, vast revenues from crude oil have flowed into the country, but for millions of Nigerians, daily life remains defined by hardship, uncertainty, and limited opportunity. The question continues to echo across the nation: where did all the wealth go? The answer, though uncomfortable, is difficult to ignore. A narrow circle of political elites has, over time, appropriated the nation’s wealth, treating public resources as private property. While a privileged few accumulate immense riches, the…