Domestic charges amended

Nigeria drops terrorism financing charges against Malami

Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Apr 15, 2026 · Last updated Apr 15, 2026

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The dropping of terrorism financing charges against Abubakar Malami and Abdulaziz Malami is a minor positive for their legal standing, potentially reducing the severity of their overall legal challenges. However, they still face significant charges for illegal firearms, money laundering, and asset forfeiture, indicating continued legal scrutiny.

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Event Summary

The Federal Government of Nigeria has amended charges against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami, removing allegations of terrorism financing. The revised charges now focus solely on the alleged illegal possession of firearms. Both defendants pleaded not guilty to the amended charges and will continue on their previously granted bail terms. The Nigeria===Federal High Court of Nigeria has adjourned the case for trial on May 26 and June 15. This development comes amidst other ongoing legal battles for Abubakar Malami, including separate money laundering and asset forfeiture proceedings initiated by the Nigeria===Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

Key Actions

100 Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria) amended charges against Abubakar Malami

100 Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria) amended charges against Abdulaziz Malami

80 Abubakar Malami pleaded not guilty to amended charges

80 Abdulaziz Malami pleaded not guilty to amended charges

70 Nigeria===Federal High Court of Nigeria adjourned case for trial

Entities Involved

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Abubakar Malami

Abubakar Malami, former Attorney-General of the Federation, has had terrorism financing charges dropped against him and his son, Abdulaziz Malami. He still faces charges for illegal possession of firearms, money laundering, and asset forfeiture. This amendment is a slight positive for his legal standing.

Importance 100 Sentiment 10

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Abdulaziz Malami

Abdulaziz Malami, son of Abubakar Malami, has also had terrorism financing charges dropped. He continues to face charges for illegal possession of firearms and money laundering alongside his father. This development is a minor positive for his legal situation.

Importance 80 Sentiment 10

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Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria)

The Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria) initially arraigned Abubakar Malami and Abdulaziz Malami on terrorism financing and illegal firearms charges. They are the prosecuting agency in this case, having amended the charges.

Importance 70 Sentiment 0

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Nigeria===Federal High Court of Nigeria

The Nigeria===Federal High Court of Nigeria is the venue where the charges against Abubakar Malami and Abdulaziz Malami are being heard. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik is presiding over the case, granting the amendment and setting trial dates.

Importance 60 Sentiment 0

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Nigeria===Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

The Nigeria===Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is prosecuting Abubakar Malami and his family in a separate money laundering case and is also involved in asset forfeiture proceedings against Abubakar Malami. This agency is pursuing other legal actions against the Malami family.

Importance 50 Sentiment 0

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Nigeria

Nigeria is the nation where these legal proceedings are taking place, involving a former high-ranking government official. The legal actions reflect ongoing efforts against corruption and financial crimes within the country.

Importance 30 Sentiment 0

Relationships

Abubakar Malami related ↔ Abdulaziz Malami

Abubakar Malami related ↔ Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria)

Abdulaziz Malami related ↔ Nigeria===State Security Service (Nigeria)

Abubakar Malami related ↔ Nigeria===Economic and Financial Crimes Commission

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