The Digest:
The federal government has amended charges filed against former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son Abdulaziz, removing the allegation bordering on terrorism financing. The amended charge now focuses on illegal possession of firearms. The prosecution alleges that arms and live cartridges were found in Malami's residence in Birnin Kebbi. Both defendants pleaded not guilty. The court allowed them to continue on bail terms granted on February 27. The case was adjourned to May 26 and June 15.
Key Points:
- Malami was initially arraigned on February 3 on a five-count charge.
- The DSS had accused him of refusing to prosecute terrorism financiers.
- Bail was set at N200 million with two sureties for each defendant.
- The trial will begin on May 26.
- The amendment significantly reduces the severity of the charges.
