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The Digest:

A Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded ex-Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, his son, and a co-defendant in Kuje Correctional Centre until January 2, 2026, over allegations of laundering approximately N9 billion.

Key Points:
  • Justice Emeka Nwite rejected an oral bail application from the defendants' legal team.
  • The court ordered remand to allow the EFCC time to formally oppose bail.
  • Malami and his son are accused of using the company Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited to conceal funds.
  • Specific allegations include concealing over N1.01 billion and syphoning about N600 million.
  • They are also accused of using N600 million in illicit funds as cash collateral for a bank loan.
  • The EFCC alleges proceeds were used to acquire high-value properties in Abuja, Kebbi, and Kano.
  • All charges relate to breaches of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act.
This remand order marks a pivotal moment in a case that tests the reach of accountability, placing a former guardian of justice within the confines of the system he once oversaw.

Sources: Vanguard, The Cable