Nigeria’s House of Representatives on Wednesday called on the Federal Government to disclose the identities of individuals financing terrorism and banditry across the country.
The resolution was part of the House’s recommendations on National Security Reform and Enhancement, following a three-day special plenary focused on the nation’s growing insecurity, including widespread abductions.
“It is time we know them, we name them, prosecute them, and put an end to the funding of terrorism,” House Leader Julius Ihonvbere stated while summarizing the session’s recommendations.
During Wednesday’s consideration and adoption of the report, the House also urged the Federal Government to establish a special court dedicated to handling terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping cases, ensuring that all related prosecutions are transparent and expedited.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the session, emphasized that the recent terrorism trial of Nnamdi Kanu highlighted the importance of conducting all terrorism cases openly and transparently.
Additionally, the House recommended the implementation of a robust national tracking system for all arms and weapons held by security agencies, utilizing digital tools and strict accountability measures.
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