Gaddafi Sent Millions To Nigeria To Recruit Terrorists, After His Death. They Sat On The Money – Ahmed

Datti Baba Ahmed, Fmr. Vice Presidential Candidate of Labour Party

Gaddafi’s Alleged Millions for Terror Recruitment in Nigeria: Ahmed’s Revelations Stir Controversy

A startling claim has emerged from Nigerian political circles, alleging that late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi sent millions of dollars to Nigeria with the intent of recruiting terrorists to destabilize the country. The assertion, made by a prominent figure identified as Ahmed, has reignited debates about foreign interference in Nigeria’s internal security and the lingering effects of Gaddafi’s influence long after his death.

According to Ahmed, the funds were meant to be used by certain individuals in Nigeria to mobilize and train terrorist cells, particularly in the northern region. However, he claims that after Gaddafi’s death in 2011, the money was never deployed for its intended purpose. Instead, it was allegedly hoarded by those entrusted with it, who chose to “sit on the money” rather than execute the destabilization plan.

This revelation aligns with earlier reports and suspicions held by Nigerian security agencies, which had long believed that Gaddafi harbored ambitions to fracture Nigeria along religious and regional lines. Prior to his death, Gaddafi had controversially suggested that Nigeria should be split into two nations, one for Muslims and one for Christians, citing persistent sectarian violence as justification. His government was also accused of funding religious centers and making covert visits to northern Nigerian states, actions interpreted as part of a broader strategy to sow division.

Further corroborating these claims, past intelligence reports indicated that armed groups in northern Nigeria had received weapons and support from Libyan sources during periods of unrest. Some of these groups were reportedly linked to Gaddafi’s regime and were believed to have maintained contact with Libyan operatives even after the fall of Tripoli.

The implications of Ahmed’s statement are profound. If true, it suggests that Nigeria narrowly escaped a foreign-backed insurgency that could have plunged the nation into deeper chaos. It also raises questions about the accountability of those who allegedly received the funds and failed to act, whether due to self-interest, fear, or a change of heart.

While the Nigerian government has not officially responded to Ahmed’s claims, the story has sparked renewed calls for transparency and investigation into foreign funding of extremist groups. As Nigeria continues to grapple with insecurity, particularly in the North-East, the specter of Gaddafi’s legacy remains a haunting reminder of how external forces can shape domestic turmoil.