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The Department of State Services has detained former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, over alleged terrorism financing. The arrest happened on Monday shortly after his release from Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja.
Arrest Follows Bail Release
Malami regained freedom after meeting bail conditions tied to an ongoing case by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Soon after his release, DSS operatives took him into custody for questioning.
Security sources confirmed the arrest and linked it to a separate investigation.
Arms Discovery Sparks DSS Probe
The DSS investigation reportedly focuses on claims of terrorism financing. It also involves the discovery of arms and ammunition at Malami’s home in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State.
EFCC officers found the weapons while searching the residence during a financial crime investigation. Since firearms offences fall outside the EFCC’s role, the agency transferred the case to the DSS.
EFCC Charges
The EFCC has filed a 16 count charge against Malami. The charges involve alleged money laundering of more than N8 billion.
The case also names Malami’s wife, Asabe Bashir, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami. Investigators accuse them of using companies to acquire properties in several states.
Security Agency Response
A security source confirmed that multiple petitions accuse Malami of terrorism financing. The source stressed that such allegations require careful investigation.
According to the source, the DSS holds primary responsibility for handling terrorism related cases in Nigeria. Inter agency cooperation, the source added, remains standard practice in serious investigations.
Conclusion
Malami’s detention marks a new stage in the legal actions against the former justice minister. Authorities have urged the public to allow security agencies to complete their work without interference.
