Sevilla coach Matías Almeyda has received a seven-match suspension from the Spanish football federation (RFEF) following his expulsion against Deportivo Alavés on February 14, 2026.  The ban, which Sevilla deemed "excessive" and is appealing, includes penalties for contempt, protesting, failing to leave the pitch promptly, and conduct against public order. The seven-match ban is broken down by the RFEF disciplinary committee as follows:  Three matches: Contempt and disregard for the referee. Two matches: Complaints made to the officiating crew. One match: Not immediately leaving the area after being sent off. One match: Conduct disregarding public order. Almeyda was sent off during a 1-1 home draw after clashing with officials. The sanction constitutes a major blow for Sevilla, which is currently fighting to avoid relegation and sits just above the drop zone. 

In February 2026, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) launched an investigation into the global e-commerce platform Temu regarding alleged violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) 2023. Key Details of the Probe Triggering Concerns: The investigation focuses on potential online surveillance, lack of accountability, and failure to meet data minimization and transparency requirements. Affected Scale: Preliminary findings indicate Temu processes the personal information of approximately 12.7 million Nigerian users.  Temu has publicly stated it will cooperate with the NDPC's inquiry and maintains that privacy is a core value.  The NDPC warned that third-party processors (e.g., payment gateways and logistics firms) could also be held liable if they engage with platforms that do not verify their compliance with the NDP Act. If found in violation, Temu could face substantial fines or a temporary suspension of its operations in Nigeria. In the same vein, Temu f...

  The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the arrival of 100 US military personnel and equipment in Nigeria, saying they arrived at Bauchi airfield. Defence spokesman, Samaila Uba, in a statement on Monday, said the deployment follows a recent security agreement between Nigeria and the US. Uba noted that the Federal Government had made a formal request to the US for assistance in terms of military training, technical support, and intelligence sharing with the members of the Nigerian Armed Forces. “The collaboration will provide access to specialised technical capabilities aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s ability to deter terrorists’ threats and enhance the protection of vulnerable communities across the country,” the statement reads. Uba said the US personnel are technical specialists serving strictly in an advisory and training capacity. Noting that the US personnel are not combat forces, the defence spokesman noted that all training activities will be conducted under the aut...

  Civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the age of 84, his family announced. Known for his "Rainbow Coalition" vision and work with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., he died peacefully in Chicago while dealing with a neurological condition. Key Details Regarding Rev. Jackson's Passing: Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Age: 84 years old. Cause: The family did not immediately specify a cause, but noted he had been dealing with a neurological condition (progressive supranuclear palsy) in recent months. Jesse Jackson was one of the most influential figures in American politics and civil rights for over six decades: Civil Rights: He was a protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and was present at the Lorraine Motel when King was assassinated in 1968. Presidential Runs: He mounted historic campaigns for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1984 and 1988, paving the way for future Black political le...

  The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have confirmed they will again permit brief, in-game pauses for Muslim players to break their fast during the holy month of Ramadan, which begins this week and lasts until March 18, 2026. Referees will identify natural, mid-game stoppages (e.g., goal-kicks, free-kicks) to allow players to drink water or consume energy gels at sunset. The pause is intended to be a natural stoppage in play rather than a scheduled break. Team captains and match officials will agree on an approximate time for the pause before the game begins. Referees will then stop play during a natural break, such as a goal-kick or throw-in, to allow players to rehydrate or take energy supplements. These pauses are exclusively for breaking the fast and not for team drinks or tactical discussions. Procedure: Players and officials will agree beforehand if a pause is required. The stoppage will not be a formal "drinks break" but a quick, temporary pause in pla...

  Hon Minister of State Agriculure and Food security - Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdulahi By Oluseye Arowolo - Ibadan. The Federal Government says, tackling of pests affecting tomatoes and sugarcane remains it's priority by curbing the surge to boost their production. The Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdulahi stated this at the flag off of Emergency Intervention to tackle the spread of Tuta Absoluta and African Sugarcane Borer; pests threatening tomato and sugarcane production nationwide held at the Federal Crop Production Technology Transfer Station in Dan Hassan, Kano State Senator Abdulahi, who described the outbreak as a national agricultural emergency said that the infestations are affecting harvest, farmers' income and Agro-Industrial investments. The minister explained that the initiative will sensitiise farmers and extension workers, provide approved pest control inputs as well as deploy integrated pest management strategies to contai...