Malami Condemns EFCC’s Alleged Attempt to Take Over Abuja Residence
Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has criticised what he describes as an unlawful move by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to take control of his residence in Abuja.
The property, located in Maitama, was reportedly marked by the EFCC on Monday following an interim forfeiture order.
Speaking to journalists in Wuse II on Tuesday, Malami described the action as “extrajudicial, unlawful and illegitimate,” arguing that the court order did not authorise immediate possession or eviction.
He explained that although a Federal High Court granted an interim forfeiture order on January 6, 2026, it did not include clear directives allowing the commission to seal the property, take it over, or evict occupants.
Malami disclosed that he has filed an application to set aside the forfeiture order, with the matter scheduled for hearing on April 20, 2026. He insisted that with the case still pending, the EFCC should not have taken unilateral enforcement steps.
He further alleged that operatives of the anti-graft agency attempted to evict his family without due process and later returned with armed personnel in a bid to assume control of the residence.
The former AGF emphasised that enforcement of court orders rests with court bailiffs, not parties involved in litigation.
Malami also suggested that the timing of the action could raise questions about possible political undertones, noting it came shortly after his release from detention and visits from political associates. However, he stopped short of making direct accusations, citing the ongoing legal proceedings.
He added that he would continue to seek legal redress and urged the media to report the situation “without fear or favour.”
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