Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday cordoned off the Abuja residence of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, restricting movement in the area.
Eyewitnesses said the operatives arrived in several buses and took positions along Koranakh Close, off Amazon Street, blocking access to the street.
Residents and visitors were denied entry as security presence increased, with EFCC officials maintaining control of the neighbourhood.
The reason for the operation was not immediately clear. Officials of the anti-graft agency have not issued a statement on the development.
Malami served as Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice under former President Muhammadu Buhari.
The incident comes amid heightened political tension, with security agencies increasingly active in operations involving high-profile figures.
As of the time of reporting, access to the area remained restricted, while residents monitored the situation closely.
