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Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit
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Terrorist financing tactics and surveillance in Nigeria
3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated
Latest: Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit launches new intelligence sharing framework
The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) has identified evolving tactics used by terrorist networks to move and conceal illicit funds. These methods include “identity laundering,” where commanders use bank account
Nigeria fintech sector expansion and regulation
11 clusters · 37 sources · last updated
Latest: Nigeria fintech sector shifts toward safer lending amid fraud risks
In July 2026, Touch and Pay Technologies (TAP) launched an ultra-low-value micro-payment protocol. Shortly after, six Nigerian firms—Moniepoint, PalmPay, PiggyVest, Redtech, LemFi and Zone—represented half of Africa’s en
Financial fraud and reporting in Nigerian banking
2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated
Latest: Nigeria NFIU report reveals surge in tax crimes and fraud
In August 2026, legal actions were taken in Nigeria to address significant financial crimes. A Federal High Court ordered the freezing of numerous bank and fintech accounts following massive fraudulent transactions invol
Nigeria terrorism financing asset freezes
2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated
Latest: Nigeria SEC orders asset freeze on six individuals and three terrorism financiers
The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has directed capital market operators to immediately freeze all funds, assets, and economic resources belonging to six individuals and three entities designated as te