Tag: Terrorism financiers

US reveals identities of Nigerians, companies financing terrorism

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US reveals identities

The United States has identified a Nigerian citizen and three Nigerian companies among individuals and organisations it alleges are involved in financing activities linked to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The action was announced by U.S. Department of State spokesperson, Thomas Pigott, who said the latest sanctions target three individuals and six entities accused of helping move funds for ISIS operations across different parts of the world. The designations cover individuals and companies operating in France, Syria, Türkiye and Nigeria. According to the U.S. government, the Nigerian…

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FG names 48 individuals, groups ‘linked’ to financing terrorism

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FG names terrorism financiers

The Federal Government has released a list of 48 individuals and groups allegedly linked to terrorism financing in Nigeria, as authorities intensify efforts to curb the flow of funds to violent networks. The list, published yesterday by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee, includes individuals and entities suspected of supporting terrorism-related activities across the country. Among those named are individuals reportedly connected to organisations such as the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Islamic State West Africa Province, (ISWAP). The publication forms part of ongoing counter-terrorism measures aimed at identifying and…

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“Govt. knows terror financiers” – Buratai

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Buratai on terrorism

…Says military alone can’t end insecurity Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai (rtd), has stated that the Nigerian government is aware of individuals financing terrorism, but declined responsibility for the non-disclosure of their identities. Speaking during an appearance on television, Buratai said security agencies possess intelligence on those behind terror funding, stressing that the decision not to make their names public rests with the appropriate authorities. “You cannot say I should be responsible for naming the financiers of terror. It’s not just about mentioning names; those agencies know…

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