Epstein and Barak Accused of Profiting from Boko Haram

A report has revealed that Jeffrey Epstein, the late American financier, and Ehud Barak, the former Prime Minister of Israel, are accused of profiting from the ongoing Boko Haram insurgency in Nigeria. Epstein reportedly acted as a middleman to facilitate access to Nigeria's security infrastructure sector during a time when the country was battling violent attacks from Boko Haram.

The investigation highlights Epstein's involvement in discussions with Nigerian business figures regarding port and ship projects, specifically the stalled Lagos-Badagry project. Epstein's relationship with Barak, who left office in 2013, allegedly opened doors for Israeli technological and energy ventures in Nigeria.

The report also notes Epstein's interest in Nigeria's financial digital system and his partnership with Barak in biometric security technology aimed at countering Boko Haram threats. Concerns have been raised about foreign interests benefiting from Nigeria's financial instability, particularly as foreign security firms expand their influence amid the country's insecurity.