EFCC To Arraign Ex-AGF Malami Before Justice Nwite Over Alleged N8.7bn Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will this morning, December 30, 2025, arraign a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged money laundering involving ?8.7 billion.
The arraignment is scheduled to take place before Justice Inyang Ekwo Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, barring any last-minute change.
Malami is expected to be docked on multiple counts bordering on conspiracy and money laundering, contrary to provisions of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act and the EFCC Act. The charges are said to be linked to financial transactions allegedly carried out during his tenure as Attorney-General of the Federation.
According to sources familiar with the case, the EFCC’s investigation uncovered alleged irregular payments and fund movements traced to accounts and entities purportedly connected to the former justice minister. The commission is expected to rely on documentary evidence and witness testimony to establish its case.
At the arraignment, Malami will be required to take his plea, after which his legal team is expected to move an application for bail. The prosecution may also request an accelerated hearing, given the nature of the allegations.
Malami, who served as Nigeria’s Attorney-General from 2015 to 2023, has in the past denied allegations of wrongdoing, maintaining that his actions in office were lawful and carried out within the bounds of his constitutional responsibilities.
The case is expected to draw significant public and legal attention due to Malami’s high-profile status and the magnitude of the alleged sum involved.