Crime
Malami Makes Bold Defence in Worrying EFCC Allegations
Malami EFCC money laundering defence as former AGF denies wrongdoing, claims rights violations, and vows to fight allegations in court
Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, on Thursday defended his record in office while responding to allegations of financial misconduct currently before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC.
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The Malami EFCC money laundering defence came during a Hausa-language interview in which the former justice minister insisted that he remained confident in his actions while in public service.
Malami alleged that security operatives violated his constitutional rights during investigations into his affairs, claiming that searches were conducted at his residences and business premises without prior notice or his presence.
He also stated that he had experienced detention at various points during the probe, including stints with the EFCC, the Department of State Services, DSS, and at Kuje Correctional Centre, describing the experience as difficult but accepting it as “God’s will.”
According to him, due process was not followed during the investigative procedures, insisting that he was entitled under the law to be present during searches carried out on his properties.
Malami maintained that he has no regrets over his tenure as Attorney-General, adding that all his actions were guided by his understanding of the law and his official responsibilities.
“I have no regrets regarding what I did during my time as a minister. Everything I did was in line with my understanding of the law and my responsibilities,” he said.
He further reiterated his resolve to defend himself against all allegations, stressing that he would fully respond to the charges in court.
Malami, alongside his wife, Bashir Asabe, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, is currently facing a 16-count charge bordering on alleged money laundering filed by the EFCC.
Also read: BREAKING: Federal Government receives £4.2m Ibori loot – says AGF Malami
The case adds to a series of high-profile corruption-related proceedings currently drawing national attention, as anti-graft agencies intensify enforcement actions against former public officials.
Police dismiss officers Anthony Obodo case has been confirmed as the Rivers State Police Command dismissed three of its officers linked to the killing of a 22-year-old University of Port Harcourt graduate, Anthony Obodo.
The State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, disclosed this on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, while parading the three officers before journalists in Port Harcourt.
According to the command, the officers were linked to the incident that occurred last Thursday along Ada George in Port Harcourt, where Obodo was shot dead.
A member of the team, an inspector who fled after the shooting, has been declared a deserter.
CP Adepoju stated that the three arrested officers were subjected to an orderly room trial. Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of their culpability, they have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court.
“I am here to provide updates on some serious incidents recently recorded in the state, including the investigation into the death of one Anthony A. Obodo… Following the conclusion of the investigation and the establishment of the culpability of the officers involved… the officers being paraded today have been dismissed from the Nigeria Police Force and will be charged to court,” Adepoju said.
The commissioner noted that he understood the concerns of Obodo’s family and members of the public, adding that the Command has taken appropriate disciplinary action against the police personnel involved.
Obodo, a graduate of the University of Port Harcourt who was reportedly awaiting his NYSC call-up letter, was shot during a police pursuit.
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