Buratai, Malami, Yahaya deny links with terrorism financiers

Senior former officials—ex-COAS Tukur Buratai, ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, and ex-COAS Faruk Yahaya—have pushed back against allegations linking them to terrorism financiers. The Nation reports that the claims, said to have been amplified by an online publication referencing a retired officer, were described by Yahaya’s camp as false, malicious, and agenda-driven. Buratai also reportedly rejected the accusations, stating he has never been investigated or indicted for terrorism financing by any competent authority. The account suggests the officials may pursue legal redress if retractions are not issued. Source: The Nation, December 7, 2025.