Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has rejected claims linking him to arms possession or terror financing, warning against what his office described as a media-driven “trial by headlines”.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Doka, Malami’s office said no arms or ammunition were recovered from any residence or property linked to the former minister, describing the reports as false and unsupported by any official record or lawful disclosure.
The statement stressed that Malami has not been convicted of any offence and that allegations and speculation are being presented as facts in violation of the constitutional presumption of innocence. It added that no such discovery had been formally communicated to Malami, his family or legal representatives.
The office also denied claims linking Malami to terrorism or terror financing, saying the reports lacked verifiable details such as named individuals, organisations, dates or transactions.
Concerns were raised over Malami’s continued detention following his arrest on Monday by the Department of State Services, with the statement alleging he has been denied access to his family and legal team, raising concerns about his welfare and fundamental rights.
The statement noted the emotional strain caused by what it described as sensational reporting and pointed to possible political undertones, noting Malami’s role in the African Democratic Congress and his declared intention to contest the Kebbi State governorship election in 2027.
It urged the media to distinguish allegations from facts and allow due process to take its course.
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