Fresh allegations have emerged against Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, with a U.S.-based group claiming that members of his administration are linked to terrorist financing and the diversion of military funds.
In a statement posted on X on May 28, Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C. said it had been informing key members of the U.S. government that Tinubu was allegedly portraying recent U.S. military strikes against ISIS in northern Nigeria as an endorsement of his administration by President Donald Trump and the broader U.S. government.
The group pointed to a public statement from U.S. Africa Command, saying it showed that while the United States is willing to work with Nigeria to combat terrorism and save lives, such cooperation should not be interpreted as a sign of trust in the current government.
It also said it would continue raising concerns with Congress and the White House over reports alleging that members of the Tinubu administration are funding terrorists and that money meant for military weapons procurement has been diverted by politicians.
The Nigerian presidency had not issued a response to the allegations at the time of reporting.
