Former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has dismissed allegations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) that he operated 46 unlawful bank accounts.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Bello Doka, Malami was said to have no connection to the loot recovered from the late military ruler, Gen. Sani Abacha, nor any involvement in financial misconduct as alleged by the anti-graft agency.
Doka stated that the former minister maintains only six bank accounts, all of which are known to the EFCC and to individuals close to him. He described the claim that Malami operated 46 illegal accounts as “baseless and ridiculous,” stressing that Malami had no role in the Abacha loot or any other recovery process.
He further noted that the EFCC did not officially inform Malami of the allegation regarding the purported 46 bank accounts when he was invited for questioning.
Challenging the commission, Doka urged the EFCC to publish details of at least 23 of the alleged accounts, representing half of the number claimed, if it has credible evidence.
He added that media statements alone are insufficient to substantiate such serious accusations, calling on the commission to either substantiate or withdraw the claims in the interest of transparency and justice.
Doka also said Malami would continue to cooperate with investigators and expressed appreciation to supporters for their solidarity.
