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Southeast residents observe voluntary sit-at-home as IPOB ends enforcement directive

Parts of Igboland remained largely quiet on Monday as many citizens voluntarily observed the weekly sit-at-home in solidarity with the continued detention of Indigenous People of Biafra leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.

Sports

Howe vows to step down if no longer right man for Newcastle amid mounting pressure

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has said he would resign if he believed he was no longer the right person to lead the club, as pressure mounts following a run of poor results that has left the Magpies languishing in 12th place in the Premier League.

Lifestyle

Security Forces Neutralize three suspected militants in Nnewi Clash

A joint security operation in Anambra State led to the elimination of three suspected militants affiliated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) wing early Friday morning.

Africa & the World

Osinbajo Hails Clean Cooking as Key to Africa’s Clean Energy Future

Former Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has highlighted clean cooking solutions as a driving force for equitable and sustainable development across Africa. His statement was released to mark the International Day of Clean Energy.

Justice

Appeal Court upholds Senate’s suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the power of the Senate to suspend Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, over allegations of misconduct, but set aside contempt proceedings and a N5 million fine imposed on the lawmaker.

Education

No Extension: JAMB Warns Candidates as 2026 UTME Registration Nears Deadline

Nigeria’s Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued a firm reminder that registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will end in just 17 days, with officials emphasizing that no extensions will be granted despite sluggish participation at accredited centers across the country. The deadline, set for Thursday, February 26, 2026, comes amid warnings from the board about deliberate attempts by examination cheats to mislead candidates into delaying their sign-ups, potentially to enable malpractice.

Business

Security Forces Neutralize three suspected militants in Nnewi Clash

A joint security operation in Anambra State led to the elimination of three suspected militants affiliated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) wing early Friday morning.

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