By Newsshelve correspondent.
The Nigerian authorities have identified 15 entities, including nine individuals and six Bureau De Change operators and firms, allegedly involved in financing terrorism.
The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit disclosed this information in an email titled “Designation of Individuals and Entities for March 18, 2024” on Tuesday night.
One of the individuals named in the document is Tukur Mamu, a Kaduna-based publisher currently facing trial for allegedly aiding terrorists who attacked the Abuja-Kaduna train in March 2022.
The Nigeria Sanctions Committee recommended specific individuals and entities for sanctions on March 18, 2024, due to their involvement in terrorism financing.
According to the document, Mamu was involved in financing terrorism by receiving and delivering ransom payments to ISWAP terrorists for the release of hostages from the Abuja-Kaduna train attack.
The document also mentioned other individuals involved in terrorist activities, such as attacks on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, and the Kuje Correctional Center in Abuja.
The NFIU identified individuals associated with terrorist groups like Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladissudam and Islamic State of West Africa Province, among others.
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In accordance with the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, institutions and individuals are required to freeze all funds, assets, and economic resources belonging to the designated persons and entities and report them to the Sanctions Committee.
The freezing obligation extends to all funds and assets owned or controlled by the designated persons and entities, directly or indirectly.
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