EFCC Documents Knock Down Malami’s Claim Of Bail Revocation Over Politics

Fresh documents have emerged challenging claims by former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, that his bail was revoked for attending a political gathering in Kebbi State.

Records detailing the provisional administrative bail and notice of compliance issued by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) show no restriction on political activities or media engagement, contradicting narratives circulating in recent press reports.

According to the documents, Malami was granted administrative bail on November 28, 2025, after a brief interrogation linked to an ongoing criminal investigation. The bail came with clearly defined procedural conditions, including the provision of two credible sureties who must be serving federal civil servants in Abuja.

The sureties were required to submit comprehensive documentation such as appointment letters, letters of last promotion, staff identity cards, National Identification Numbers (NIN), recent passport photographs, and letters of introduction from their ministries. They were also expected to provide evidence of property ownership within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), supported by valid Certificates of Occupancy.

In addition, Malami was directed to deposit all international, official, or diplomatic passports with the EFCC and to report to the Commission on specified dates and times until the conclusion of the investigation.

Notably, the bail conditions contained no reference to any ban on political participation or engagement with the media.

The documents further indicate that Malami was initially scheduled to return for further interrogation on December 1, 2025, but sought a deferment in a letter dated December 4, citing ill-health. Although no medical report accompanied the request, it was reportedly accommodated by the Commission. He was later invited again on December 8, 2025, pending fulfillment of outstanding bail conditions.

Legal observers reviewing the records note that claims of bail revocation or political restrictions are unsupported by the official documents. They stress that the conditions imposed were strictly administrative, aimed at ensuring cooperation with investigators.

Analysts also caution public office holders against misrepresenting the terms of administrative bail, emphasizing that it is a discretionary measure intended to grant temporary reprieve while investigations continue, subject only to clearly stated conditions.