EFCC Releases Former AGF Abubakar Malami on Bail After Interrogation

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday granted administrative bail to the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, following hours of questioning at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.

Mr Malami, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), confirmed his release in a Facebook post early Saturday, stating that he would continue to cooperate with investigators.

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for His divine intervention,” he wrote.

“The engagement was successful, and I have been released, while remaining available for further appointments as the truth regarding the fabricated allegations against me continues to unfold.”

On Friday, the anti-graft agency had summoned the former minister for questioning. EFCC had invited Mr Malami via a letter dated 24 November, signed by Sunday Ofen-Imu on behalf of the commission’s chairman, Ola Olukoyede.

“The Commission is investigating a case in which it is imperative to obtain certain information from you,” the letter, earlier reported by Channels Television, stated.

Mr Malami was asked to appear at the EFCC Headquarters in the Institution and Research District, Jabi, Abuja, to meet with investigators from Special Duty Committee-3.

“In view of the above, you are requested to kindly attend an interview with the undersigned through the Head, Special Duty Committee-3. This request is made pursuant to Section 38(1) and (2) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Establishment) Act, 2024. Your cooperation in this regard is highly solicited,” the commission added.

The EFCC did not disclose the specific allegations for which Mr Malami was summoned.

On Friday, the former minister confirmed receipt of the invitation and pledged to comply.

In a subsequent statement, he reiterated his readiness to cooperate fully with investigators, emphasising that accountability and transparency remain core values of his public service.