Malami Rejects Court Ruling on Forfeiture of 48 Properties

Abubakar Malami, the former Attorney General and Minister of Justice of Nigeria, has announced his rejection of a Federal High Court judgment that ordered the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to him. The ruling, delivered by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik in Abuja, was based on an application from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), which concluded that the claimant failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove that the assets were acquired legitimately.

Malami has instructed his legal team to begin the appeal process immediately, emphasizing that the judgment is not the final word on the matter. He expressed confidence in the judicial system, stating that there are avenues for review in higher courts.

Malami urged the public to refrain from hasty conclusions while the appeal is pending and reassured that the case would not affect his commitment to national development and public service. He thanked supporters from Kebbi State and across the country for their backing during the legal proceedings.