Event Brief
U.S. Freezes Assets of 8 Nigerians Over Cybercrime
Filed: Feb 17, 2026 at 1:06 AM ET
Summary: The U.S. has sanctioned eight Nigerians for alleged ties to Boko Haram, ISIL, and cybercrime.
WHO: United States Government
WHAT: Sanctions imposed on eight Nigerians
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 12:11 AM ET
WHERE: Nigeria
WHY: Alleged ties to terrorist organizations and cybercrime
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