The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has detained former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami after he failed to meet the bail terms set for him. He remained in custody late Tuesday as investigators continued to question him over a wide range of allegations.
A senior EFCC official, who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria, said the former minister was expected to meet strict bail conditions before release but did not do so. He is being investigated for alleged money laundering, abuse of office and terrorism financing. The probe also covers suspicious accounts and the handling of recovered Abacha loot from Switzerland and the Island of Jersey.
The source said Malami would stay in custody until he complies. “He was granted bail but did not meet the conditions. The offences under investigation are many,” the official said.
Investigators have ordered Malami to report daily for questioning throughout December. The EFCC said the scope of the case continues to expand, with 18 offences already under review. “We cannot put a figure to the amount involved now because new details keep emerging,” the official added.
