Breaking: Former AGF Abubakar Malami, Son, and Associate Remanded in Kuje Prison Over Alleged N9bn Money Laundering

Date of Report: December 30, 2025

Overview: In a dramatic turn of events, a Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, along with his son and an associate, in Kuje Correctional Centre. The trio faces multiple counts of money laundering involving over N9 billion, stemming from alleged fraudulent activities during Malami’s tenure. Malami and his co-defendants pleaded not guilty, with the court fixing January 2, 2026, for a bail hearing. This development has sparked widespread reactions, raising questions about accountability in Nigeria’s public service. Below, we detail the charges, court proceedings, and key quotes from reports.

Court Proceedings and Charges

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned Malami, his son, and an associate before Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie on 16-count charges of money laundering and fraud. The prosecution alleged that between July 2022 and June 2025, the defendants used Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited to conceal unlawful funds.

From Punch Newspaper (Published 3 hours ago):

“A Federal High Court has ordered the remand of ex-AGF Abubakar Malami, his son, and wife in Kuje prison over alleged multi-billion naira…”

From ARISE.tv (Published 48 minutes ago):

“A Federal High Court has ordered former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and two others remanded over alleged ₦1.014bn money laundering.”

From Premium Times (Published 2 hours ago):

“Ex-AGF Malami, son, wife to spend New Year’s Day in prison as court postpones bail hearing. The judge issued the remand order against Mr…”

From The Guardian (Published 2 hours ago):

“Former AGF Malami, son plead not guilty to money laundering charges… The immediate past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of…”

From Vanguard (Published 1 hour ago):

“The court has ruled to drop the money laundering accusations against former Attorney General of the Federation, Mohammed Adoke. After reviewing…” (Note: This appears unrelated; focus on Malami case.)

From THISDAY (Published 3 hours ago):

“Alleged N9bn Fraud: Court Remands Former AGF v Malami, Son, Employee in Kuje. *To hear bail application January 2.”

From Instagram (ARISE News, Published 4 hours ago):

“Former Nigeria Attorney General and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami has pleaded not guilty to 16-count money laundering charges.”

From YouTube (TVC News Nigeria, Published 2 hours ago):

“#EFCC #AbubakarMalami #AGF #CourtCase #AntiCorruption #RuleOfLaw…”

From The ICIR (Published 2 hours ago):

“The prosecution alleged that between July 2022 and June 2025, Malami and his son procured Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited to conceal the unlawful…”

From Instagram (Published 2 hours ago):

“Federal High Court Orders Remand of Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami and Son in Kuje Prison Over Money La¥ndering Allegations”

The defendants pleaded not guilty, and the court remanded them pending bail arguments on January 2, 2026.

Public and Political Reactions

The case has ignited debates on corruption in high office, with social media abuzz. No official statement from Malami’s camp yet, but legal experts anticipate a robust defense.

CivicWire.ng will monitor the bail hearing and trial for updates.

Sources: Punch, ARISE.tv, Premium Times, The Guardian, Vanguard, THISDAY, Instagram, YouTube, The ICIR; all quotes directly from sources