The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) engaged with members of the United States Congress regarding their leader Nnamdi Kanu and the alleged genocide against Christians in Nigeria. This meeting was characterized by IPOB as a significant diplomatic effort for the Biafra Restoration Project and occurred during the Civil Society Presentation.

Dr. Bashir Kurfi, a lecturer in International Finance at Ahmadu Bello University, stated that allegations connecting some Bureau De Change (BDC) operators to terrorism financing are not unexpected. He highlighted the global nature of terrorism and the prevalent use of foreign currencies in illegal transactions during an interview on Trust TV.

Nigeria and the United Nations are strengthening their collaboration on human rights protection during military operations. This initiative includes the Nigerian Navy enhancing its media partnership to improve maritime security and combat crude oil theft. Additionally, the Nigerian government supports the United States in sanctioning individuals and firms that finance terrorism, according to ThisDay Live.

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.

Bandits have reportedly killed a chief imam in Sokoto state, which has raised renewed concerns about insecurity and violent attacks in northern Nigeria, according to Legit.ng.