Reps Ask FG To Name Terrorism, Banditry Financiers

The House of Representatives has urged the federal government to disclose the identities of individuals allegedly financing terrorism and banditry in Nigeria.

The resolution came on Wednesday during plenary following the adoption of the report from last week’s security debate, with lawmakers stressing that revealing the financiers is vital to dismantling the networks fuelling the country’s insecurity.

The call follows remarks by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, who said the federal government is preparing to expose those sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria.

Speaking on TVC, Bwala said the administration is taking “far-reaching decisions” on national security that will soon be evident to Nigerians.

He noted that terrorism has become a global threat, with major powers recognising the need to support countries like Nigeria as extremist groups seek to expand their reach.

He added, “Since the events of 9/11, terrorism has been treated as a global security issue. Any nation where terrorists operate becomes a concern to the rest of the world.”

Bwala further assured that the Tinubu administration is stepping up internal measures and will soon reveal those involved in funding terror activities across the country.

“At home, the government is making decisive interventions. In the coming days, Nigerians will know who the terrorists are and those funding them,” he said