The Federal High Court has pushed the N8.7 billion fraud trial of former Attorney General Abubakar Malami, his wife, and son to June 23, 2026. The adjournment came after the court heard arguments from both the prosecution and defence teams on Monday.
Malami faces charges of money laundering and fraud alongside his wife and son. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission brought the case, alleging that the trio unlawfully enriched themselves through corrupt transactions during Malami's time as AGF under the Buhari administration.
The court fixed the new date to allow for further proceedings in the matter. Legal representatives for both sides indicated they were prepared to proceed, though the specific reasons for the lengthy adjournment to next year remain unclear from court records.
Malami stepped down as Attorney General in August 2023 following the change of government. His tenure as AGF, which lasted from 2015 to 2023, has come under scrutiny for various matters, including allegations of misuse of public funds. The court hearing on Monday involved submissions on procedural matters and evidence admissibility, standard steps in high-profile fraud cases of this nature.
The trial's progress has drawn attention from civil society organisations and legal experts monitoring accountability in Nigeria's justice system. The case is one of several involving officials from the previous administration who face corruption allegations. Malami has consistently denied wrongdoing through his legal team, and the trial will continue to unfold over the coming months as the court works through the evidence.
