FG Releases List of 48 Alleged Terrorism Sponsor

FG releases list of 48 alleged terrorism sponsors
227 suspects arraigned in ongoing mass terrorism trial
Habeeb jailed 10 years for supplying fuel to insurgents

The Federal Government has released an updated list of 48 individuals and groups allegedly linked to terrorism financing and sponsorship across the country.

The list was published on Saturday, April 11, 2026, by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee through its official platform, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the fight against terrorism.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the development comes amid the Federal Government’s ongoing mass trial of terrorism suspects, many of whom are facing charges related to aiding and abetting insurgent activities, particularly in the North East.

The trial commenced on Tuesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja, where 227 suspects were arraigned before 10 judges. Security was heightened during proceedings, with defendants transported under heavy guard by military, police, and intelligence operatives.

So far, five suspects have received jail terms ranging from seven to 20 years after pleading guilty to offences including supplying food, selling livestock, and providing intelligence to terrorist groups.

The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, said the scale of the trial reflects the government’s resolve to tackle terrorism financing and related crimes.

“The federal government is committed to ensuring that due process is followed while bringing those involved in terrorism to justice,” he said.

One of the major outcomes of the proceedings was the conviction of Babagana Habeeb, a former senatorial candidate in Borno State, who was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for selling petrol to Boko Haram.

Habeeb, a fuel dealer based in Maiduguri, admitted to supplying petroleum products to insurgents, although he claimed the transactions may have been carried out by attendants at his filling station.

While pleading for leniency, the defendant told the court he had spent more than 10 years in detention without contact with his family.

However, prosecuting counsel, David Kaswe, opposed the plea, arguing that such logistical support contributed to attacks, deaths, and displacement in affected communities.

In his ruling, Justice Peter Lifu held that there was no evidence linking Habeeb directly to membership of any terrorist group or weapons training, noting that the charge was limited to the supply of fuel.

The court sentenced him to 10 years imprisonment, effective from the date of his arrest, and recommended his rehabilitation after serving the term.

Full List of Alleged Terrorism Suspects and Groups