Former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the
Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), says he has been released after
honouring an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
(EFCC) for interrogation.
Malami disclosed this in a personally signed statement
posted on X on Saturday, noting that the anti-graft agency has scheduled
another date for continued engagement.
“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated
on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for His divine intervention.
The engagement was successful and I am eventually
released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating
to the fabricated allegations against me continue to unfold.”
‘I Am a Law-Abiding Citizen’
The update comes a day after Malami confirmed he had
been invited by the EFCC, promising to honour the agency’s request as a
“law-abiding and patriotic citizen.”
“This is to confirm that I have been invited by the
EFCC. As a law-abiding and patriotic citizen, I hereby reaffirm my commitment
to honour the invitation,” he wrote on Friday.
Malami said he has built his public service career on openness,
accountability, and transparency, and would cooperate with investigators to
clarify all issues raised.
“I understand the spirit of accountability and
transparency in public service — the principles that I both advocate and
champion.”
He added that he had informed his family and
associates of the EFCC’s invitation, and remains willing to answer all
questions.
‘Honesty and Integrity Have Always Guided
Me’
The former AGF emphasised that honesty has always
shaped his leadership style and he remains committed to upholding those values
throughout the investigation.
“I believe in the importance of honesty, integrity in
leadership. These are principles I’ve long supported and upheld over the years
I’ve spent in public service.”
Malami assured Nigerians that he would continue to
provide updates as the process progresses, stressing the need for transparency
in matters of public interest.
“I am informing Nigerians of any development that will
follow, so that everyone will be aware.”
The EFCC has not yet disclosed details regarding the
scope of its inquiry as of the time of filing this report.
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