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.

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.

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.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is preparing to charge a Lagos-based Bureau De Change (BDC) operator, Mukhtar, over allegations of terrorism financing. The EFCC has reportedly completed significant parts of its investigation into the matter, which is linked to a US blacklist.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed its support for recent US sanctions imposed on Nigerian Bureau De Change (BDC) operators accused of financing terrorism. The government stated its commitment to collaborating with both domestic stakeholders and international partners to enhance national security.