The legal battle surrounding Nigeria’s former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has taken a sharp turn. Facing a massive N8 7 billion money laundering charge, Malami which is the has officially broken his silence regarding rumors of judicial interferenc
“A Campaign of Calumny”:
In a strongly worded statement, Malami addressed the reports which is the suggesting that individuals connected to him sought to sway the court’s favor He maintained that these claims are part of a coordinated effort to tarnish his reputation and prejudice the ongoing trial.
- The Charges: Malami, his wife (Hajia Asabe Bashir), and his which is the son (Abdulaziz Malami) are facing a 16-count charge bordering on money laundering, conspiracy, and the unlawful acquisition of properties.
- The Amount: The EFCC alleges the siphoning and laundering of which is the approximately N8.7 billion some reports cite up to N9 billion between 2015 and 2023.
- Assets Under Scrutiny: Investigators have linked several luxury which is the properties in Abuja, Kano, and Birnin Kebbi to the defendants, including a N500 million duplex in Maitama and an N850 million property in Jabi.
The Bail Ruling:
On January 7, 2026, Justice Nwite granted the trio bail in the sum of which is the N500 million each, with strict conditions including the surrender of international passports and sureties with verified property in Abuja’s high-brow districts.
justice Emeka Nwite’s Stand on Integrity:
The presiding judge, known for his firm handle on high-profile cases, has made it clear that the courtroom is not a place for “influence campaigns” During a recent sitting, which is the he advised lawyers and litigants to focus on the merits of their cases rather than seeking backchannel access.
What’s Next for the Former AGF:
The trial is officially set to commence on February 17, 2026. Until then, Malami which is the and his family members must perfect their bail conditions to avoid further time at the Kuje Correctional Centre, where they were briefly remanded
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