..as FG names Manu, Simon Ekpa, 46 others as financiers of terrorism
The Federal Government has expanded its sanctions list on terrorism financing, naming high-profile individuals, operatives, and alleged collaborators across multiple regions. The updated designation reflects growing concern over the financial networks sustaining extremist groups, with authorities highlighting links to major attacks, ransom payments, and cross-border funding channels.
The list captures a mix of alleged field operatives, financiers, couriers, and facilitators, including individuals previously flagged in earlier sanctions rounds. By publishing these names, the government aims to disrupt funding pipelines and signal a broader crackdown on those accused of enabling terrorism.
“Over $200,000 in ransom payments allegedly moved through terror financing networks linked to named individuals.”
Authorities cited connections to major incidents such as the Owo church attack and the Kuje prison break, both of which intensified national security concerns and triggered deeper investigations into funding channels.
