The Federal government has announced plans to publicly disclose the identities of individuals and networks financing terrorism in the country, in what marks a significant escalation in the fight against insecurity.
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, spoke on Television Continental (TVC) on Sunday, saying the administration is implementing comprehensive national security measures. He assured Nigerians that the effects of these measures would soon become evident.
“Terrorism has become a transnational threat. It no longer respects borders, and global cooperation is essential to contain it,” Bwala said. He added that nations like Nigeria are now seen by the international community as critical frontlines in combating extremism.
He explained that the global approach to terrorism, shaped by the post-9/11 era, treats the menace as a shared threat, where countries harboring terrorists pose risks to everyone. This perspective has enabled ongoing support from international allies, strengthening Nigeria’s ability to dismantle extremist networks.
Bwala also noted a geographical shift in terrorist operations. While previously concentrated in the Middle East, extremist activities have moved southward, with the Sahel region emerging as a growing hotspot of instability. This shift underscores the need for robust regional alliances and intelligence sharing.
On the domestic front, the Tinubu administration is intensifying actions against terror financiers and operatives. Bwala pledged transparency in the process, stating: “In the coming days, we will name the terrorists and their backers.”