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TWN News Weekly Briefing - February 22-28, 2026 📰 TWN NEWS Weekly Briefing February 22-28, 2026 | Nigeria News Roundup 🇳🇬 Nigeria News Roundup ⚖️ Legal & Governance Developments The Supreme Court of Nigeria on February 27 affirmed the conviction and sentencing of Senator Albert Bassey to seven years imprisonment and restitution of ₦204 million to Akwa Ibom State. The decision marks a significant victory for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's (EFCC) anti-corruption efforts. Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai remains in custody following his voluntary report to the EFCC on February 16, with ongoing bail application proceedings. 🏛️ Political Transitions & Electoral Up...

TWN News Weekly Briefing - February 16-22, 2026 📰 TWN NEWS Weekly Briefing February 16-22, 2026 | Nigeria News Roundup 🇳🇬 Nigeria News Roundup 🪖 Military & Security Operations The United States deployed approximately 100 military personnel to Nigeria on February 16 to provide training, technical and intelligence support to Nigerian forces combating Islamic militants and other armed groups. The Defence Headquarters confirmed the arrival at the Bauchi Airfield. Nigerian security forces freed three children who were abducted two months ago and neutralized five suspected militants in Borno State. Security operations in the Northwest and Northeast continue against terror networks and criminal strongholds. 🏆 Sports & National Team ...

TWN News Weekly Briefing - February 9-15, 2026 📰 TWN NEWS Weekly Briefing February 9-15, 2026 | Nigeria News Roundup 🇳🇬 Nigeria News Roundup 💼 Finance & Banking President Bola Tinubu affirmed that the disbursement of N636 billion in loans to businesses in 2025 by the Bank of Industry provided concrete evidence that his government's ongoing macroeconomic reforms were strengthening development finance institutions and unlocking capital for productive sectors of the economy. Zenith Bank PLC was honored with the Financial Institution of the Year 2025 award at the New Telegraph Newspaper annual dinner and award night held on Friday, February 13, 2026 in Lagos state, acknowledging its remarkable financial performance. ⚡ Energy ...

TWN News Weekly Briefing - January 26-February 2, 2026 📰 TWN NEWS Weekly Briefing January 26 - February 2, 2026 | Nigeria News Roundup 🇳🇬 Nigeria News Roundup 🎓 Education & Culture The Federal Government unveiled a comprehensive policy framework aimed at reducing the cost of education for parents and improving learning outcomes across Nigeria. The initiative focuses on accessibility and quality enhancement in the education sector, signaling renewed commitment to educational advancement in 2026. 🎶 Grammy Awards & Cultural Recognition Nigerian music continued its global dominance as five Nigerian stars competed in the 68th Grammy Awards held on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. Burna Boy led the Nigerian contingent with two...