Nigerian authorities have identified and sanctioned 15 individuals and businesses suspected of financing terrorism activities. The announcement comes amidst ongoing efforts to combat terrorist organizations like ISWAP and Boko Haram.
Key details:
Nine individuals and six Bureau De Change (money exchange) operators/firms are included on the sanctions list.
Kaduna-based publisher Tukur Mamu, currently on trial for aiding the 2022 Abuja-Kaduna train attackers, is among those sanctioned.
The document accuses Mamu of receiving and delivering over $200,000 in ransom payments to ISWAP terrorists.
Several other individuals are identified by their alleged connections to terrorist groups like Ansarul Muslimina fi Biladissudam (linked to Al-Qaeda) and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP).
The NFIU (Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit) urges financial institutions and individuals to:
Freeze any funds or assets belonging to the designated entities.
Report frozen assets and any related actions to the Sanctions Committee.
File Suspicious Transactions Reports to the NFIU.
The freezing order applies to all funds and assets controlled by the sanctioned entities, not just those directly linked to terrorism.
This development signifies Nigeria's commitment to disrupting terrorist financing networks and bolstering national security.
Further information:
While the document mentions specific individuals, it avoids disclosing their full names publicly. This is likely to protect ongoing investigations and court cases.
The sanctions aim to cripple the financial resources of these groups, making it harder for them to operate.
Stay informed:
Keep an eye on reputable news sources for updates on this developing situation.
Be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the appropriate authorities.
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