Fresh details have emerged over claims by former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, that his bail was revoked over his attendance at a political gathering in Kebbi State.
Documents relating to the provisional administrative bail and notice of compliance issued to him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reveal no provisions restricting participation in political activities or engagement with the media, directly contradicting claims making the rounds in recent press reports.
The records show that Malami was granted administrative bail on November 28, 2025, after a brief interrogation connected to an ongoing criminal investigation.
The bail was subject to specific conditions, including the provision of two credible sureties who must be serving civil servants in federal ministries based in Abuja.
These sureties were required to submit comprehensive documentation, such as letters of appointment, letters of last promotion, staff identity cards, National Identification Numbers (NIN), recent passport photographs, and letters of introduction from their employers.
They were also expected to prove ownership of property within the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), supported by valid Certificates of Occupancy.
In addition, Malami was required to deposit all international, official, or diplomatic passports with the Commission handling the investigation and to report at stipulated dates and times until the conclusion of the case.
Notably, the bail conditions contained no reference to any ограничения on political activities or media engagement.
Further details in the documents indicate that Malami was initially scheduled to report back for further interrogation on December 1, 2025, but requested a postponement on grounds of ill-health in a letter dated December 4, 2025.
Although no medical report or supporting evidence accompanied the request, it was reportedly granted.
He was later invited again on December 8, 2025, pending the fulfillment of the outstanding bail conditions.
Observers who have reviewed the documents note that assertions of bail revocation or restrictions on political participation and media engagement are not supported by the official records.
Legal analysts emphasize that the bail conditions were purely procedural, aimed at ensuring compliance with administrative requirements and cooperation with the ongoing investigation.
They caution public office holders against misrepresenting the terms of their release.
The bail documents further highlight that administrative bail is a discretionary measure intended to grant suspects temporary relief while investigations continue, subject to the fulfillment of verifiable conditions.
Sources familiar with the matter advise that Malami should focus on meeting these requirements and cooperating fully with investigators, rather than promoting claims that are contradicted by the official bail documents.