Lagos, Nigeria — April 15, 2026 The Nigerian government has dismissed terrorism financing charges against former Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami.
The decision was announced on April 15, 2026, when the prosecution submitted an amended charge at the Federal High Court in Abuja, excluding the counts related to terrorism financing.
The Malamis are now facing charges for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition discovered at their residence. Abubakar Malami, who served as Nigeria’s top legal official from 2015 to 2023 under former President Muhammadu Buhari, has been a pivotal figure in the country’s legal landscape.
The initial allegations against him included terrorism financing, illegal possession of firearms, and money laundering. Despite these charges, Malami has consistently denied all accusations, describing the investigations as a “politically motivated witch-hunt.”.
The BBC and The Guardian have reported on the dismissal of the terrorism financing charges, indicating that the charges have been replaced with those for illegal firearms possession.
The change in charges has raised questions about the rationale behind the decision, though no official explanation has been provided.
In addition to the firearms charges, Malami also continues to face a separate 16-count money laundering trial and asset forfeiture proceedings involving properties valued at nearly N213 billion.
The former justice minister remains under scrutiny for his role in the country’s legal affairs during his tenure.
The withdrawal of the terrorism financing charges has ignited discussions about the state of justice in Nigeria and the influence of political considerations on legal proceedings.
As the Malamis’legal battles persist, the outcome of these cases is likely to have significant implications for Nigeria’s legal system and public trust in government institutions.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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