
The Federal Government of Nigeria has designated nine individuals and entities as allegedly financing terrorism, according to Legit.ng. This announcement comes alongside the sentencing of 13 suspects for assaulting environmental officials in Lagos. The government's actions highlight ongoing concerns regarding terrorism financing in the country.
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