Court Adjourns Abubakar Malami's Bail Hearing to 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the bail hearing for former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, who faces terrorism-related charges brought by the Department of State Services (DSS). The court session originally scheduled for February 20, 2026, was halted due to a declared work-free day.

Malami and his son, Abdulaziz Abubakar Malami, were arraigned on February 3, 2026, facing five counts, including allegations of terrorism financing, aiding and abetting terrorism, and unlawful possession of firearms and ammunition. The DSS claims that Malami allegedly abetted terrorism financing during his tenure as Attorney General, refusing to prosecute suspects linked to terrorism financing.

The court had previously rejected a verbal bail application from the defense counsel, requiring a properly filed written application instead. The next hearing is set for February 27, 2026, leaving Malami's bail application uncertain until then.