Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Wednesday granted bail to former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami (SAN) in the sum of N500 million in the money laundering case filed against him by the Federal Government.
The judge directed Malami to produce two sureties who must each guarantee the same amount.
The court further ruled that the sureties must own landed properties in Maitama, Asokoro or Gwarimpa, and their documents are to be verified by the Deputy Chief Registrar.
The sureties are also to depose to affidavits of means, while Malami is to submit his travel documents to the court and cannot leave the country without permission.
Conditions Set For Malami Bail Condition
Justice Nwite additionally ordered the former minister and his sureties to submit two recent passport photographs each. Pending the fulfilment of these conditions, Malami is to remain in Kuje Correctional Centre.
As of the time of filing this report, friends, associates and supporters of the former AGF were making efforts to meet the bail terms.
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The court fixed February 17 for the commencement of trial.
The same bail conditions were extended to Malami’s son, Abdulaziz Malami, and an employee of Rahamaniyya Properties Limited, Hajia Asabe Bashir.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed a 16-count charge bordering on money laundering against the trio.
Rafiyat Sadiq is a political, justice, and human rights reporter with Pinnacle Daily, known for fearless reporting and impactful storytelling. At Pinnacle Daily, she brings clarity and depth to issues shaping governance, democracy, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
