Oghenochuko Ojiri, a former art expert on Bargain Hunt, was sentenced to two years and six months for failing to disclose art sales to Nazem Ahmad, a suspected financier of Hezbollah. This unprecedented prosecution under the Terrorism Act 2000 emphasizes the seriousness of financial dealings that support terrorism. The judge highlighted the gravity of his offences, while investigators tracked suspicious transactions linked to Ahmad, sanctioned in 2019 for his ties to the terrorist organization. The case underscores the importance of vigilance in art sales to combat potential money laundering for terrorist financing.
"These offences are so severe that only a custodial sentence can be justified," she said.
"Raising money for terrorism is a core part of how terrorist groups are then able to cause harm around the world," he added.
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