Nigeria's former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has publicly confirmed receiving an invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for questioning.
Malami's Public Announcement
The senior advocate made this significant revelation through a post on his official Facebook page on Friday, November 28. In his statement, Malami clearly expressed his intention to honor the anti-graft agency's summons without delay.
"I would like to inform my family and friends that I have been summoned by the EFCC to provide clarification on certain matters," Malami wrote. "As a law-abiding and patriotic citizen, I am determined to honour this invitation without any hesitation."
The former minister reinforced his commitment to the values he championed during his tenure in office, emphasizing: "I believe in the importance of honesty, integrity and accountability in governance. These are principles that I have long supported and upheld over the years of my public service."
Details of the EFCC Invitation
The EFCC's formal invitation to the former minister was documented in a letter dated November 24. The commission scheduled the interview with the former AGF for Friday, November 28.
The official correspondence, signed by Sunday Atiba Ofen-Imu on behalf of EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede, stated: "The Commission is investigating a case in which the need to obtain certain information from you becomes imperative."
The letter further elaborated: "In view of the above, you are requested to kindly attend an interview with the undersigned through the Head, Special Duty Committee-3."
The EFCC grounded its request in legal authority, noting: "This request is made pursuant to Section 38(1) and (2) of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (Establishment) Act, 2024. Your cooperation in this regard is highly solicited, please."
Background and Significance
Abubakar Malami served as Nigeria's Attorney-General and Minister of Justice from 2015 to 2023 under former President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. His eight-year tenure placed him at the center of numerous legal and anti-corruption initiatives.
The development marks a significant moment in Nigeria's ongoing anti-corruption efforts, particularly involving high-profile former government officials. Malami's prompt public acknowledgment of the invitation and his commitment to cooperate sets a notable precedent for transparency in such matters.
This EFCC invitation represents the latest chapter in the commission's continued investigation into matters requiring clarification from former public office holders. The legal community and anti-corruption advocates are closely monitoring how this situation unfolds.
