FG reveals list of terrorism financiers in Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria has published a comprehensive list of individuals and organisations involved in financing terrorism within the country.

Among those identified are prominent figures like Tukur Mamu, known for his close association with Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, and six Bureau De Change (BDC) operators.

This release follows earlier disclosures by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), which revealed nine individuals and six BDC operators linked to terrorism financing.

The NFIU’s report, titled ‘Identification of Persons and Organisations as of March 18, 2024’, was issued after the Nigeria Sanctions Committee convened on the same date.

Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s Media Aide, Bashir Ahmad, shared the announcement on X, emphasising the government’s commitment to holding those responsible accountable under the law.

The Federal Government has released names and BDCs funding terrorists in Nigeria. We hope that those individuals will face the necessary legal consequences for their actions.

1. Tukur Mamu
2. Yusuf Ghazali
3. Muhammad Sani
4. Abubakar Muhammad
5. Sallamudeen Hassan
6. Adamu…

— Bashir Ahmad (@BashirAhmaad) March 20, 2024

The listed individuals and BDCs are now subject to legal proceedings to address their involvement in supporting terrorist activities.

The individuals identified in the report are:

1. Tukur Mamu

2. Yusuf Ghazali

3. Muhammad Sani

4. Abubakar Muhammad

5. Sallamudeen Hassan

6. Adamu Ishak

7. Hassana-Oyiza Isah

8. Abdulkareem Musa

9. Umar Abdullahi

The six BDCs and firms mentioned are:

1. West and East Africa General Trading Company Limited

2. Settings Bureau De Change Ltd

3. G. Side General Enterprises

4. Desert Exchange Ventures Limited

5. Eagle Square General Trading Company Limited

6. Alfa Exchange BDC