Former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has dismissed claims by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that arms and weapons were discovered at his Kebbi residence.
Malami, in a statement on Wednesday, signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, accused the EFCC of carrying out a media trial against him.
The former Minister, who alleged a political undertone in his trial, accused the anti-graft agency of violating his right to presumed innocence.
While categorically denying reports that arms and ammunition were found in his residence in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Malami said the EFCC claims are false and unsupported by any evidence.
“The Office of Abubakar Malami, SAN, issues this statement to address the persistent media trial and the circulation of unverified claims being presented as facts in recent reports concerning his person.
“Abubakar Malami, SAN, has not been convicted of any offence. However, sections of the media continue to portray allegations, investigations and speculation as proof of guilt, in clear violation of the presumption of innocence and due process guaranteed by the Constitution.
“We categorically reject claims that any cache of arms or ammunition was discovered in any residence linked to Abubakar Malami, SAN. These claims are false, unsubstantiated and unsupported by any official record, judicial document or lawful disclosure. No such discovery has been formally communicated to his family or legal representatives,” the statement read.
Furthermore, the former justice minister distanced himself from allegations of terrorism, terrorism financing or related activities.
He warned the EFCC against engaging in a media trial to tarnish his image.
“Such claims have been advanced without naming a single individual, organisation, transaction, date or piece of verifiable evidence, rendering them speculative and irresponsible.
“We call on the media to halt the trial by headlines, clearly distinguish allegations from facts, and allow lawful processes to proceed without prejudice,” the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain stated.
Naijaonpoint recalls Malami was rearrested in Abuja on Monday by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) shortly after his release from prison.
He was arrested for a new probe over arms allegedly found at his Birnin-Kebbi residence in December 2025.