The Federal Government of Nigeria has instructed financial institutions and designated non-financial businesses to comply with sanctions by freezing the assets of individuals financing terrorism. This directive follows sanctions imposed on a Nigerian financier linked to ISIS and three others. The government aims to enhance measures against terrorism financing in the country.

The United States has designated a Nigerian national and three companies in Nigeria as alleged financial facilitators for the terrorist group, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. This action is part of a broader initiative that targets three individuals and six entities accused of facilitating the movement of funds for terrorist activities.

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed concern over a recent United Nations report indicating that more than 17 million people in nine northern Nigerian states are facing a food crisis. He described the situation as avoidable, highlighting the urgency of addressing the issue.

Nigeria's Federal Government is preparing to charge a Bureau de Change (BDC) operator who has been sanctioned by the United States for allegedly funding ISIS. This decision follows extensive investigations conducted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other agencies.

President Bola Tinubu has called for West African nations to focus on industrialisation and develop a production-driven regional economy. This statement was made during the inauguration of the new Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) headquarters in Abuja, according to Ripples Nigeria.

Naija News provides a roundup of the top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for Thursday, 25th June 2026. The report includes significant updates such as the Senate passing various bills, reflecting current legislative activities in the country.