Regulatory Alerts2022-05-16
Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022 Download
The Federal Republic of Nigeria has enacted the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, repealing the previous Act from 2011. This new legislation aims to establish a more effective and unified legal framework for detecting, preventing, and punishing acts of terrorism, terrorism financing, and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction within Nigeria. Key provisions include measures for detecting and investigating terrorist activities, prosecuting offenders, and implementing financial sanctions related to terrorism and proliferation financing. The Act also establishes the Nigeria Sanctions Committee to oversee these efforts, coordinate counter-terrorism policies, and implement international counter-terrorism measures. These comprehensive measures seek to safeguard Nigeria from terrorist threats and enhance its compliance with global security standards, while also including measures for victim compensation.