The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially invited former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), for questioning over undisclosed issues currently under investigation. The invitation, dated November 24, 2025, was delivered to the former minister and directed him to appear at the commission’s headquarters in the Jabi area of Abuja.
The development was confirmed by Malami himself, who publicly acknowledged receiving the EFCC letter in a Facebook post on Friday. In his message, he stated that the agency requested his presence to “clarify on some issues,” though he did not elaborate on the nature of the inquiry.
Malami, who served as Nigeria’s chief law officer from 2015 to 2023, assured the public of his readiness to fully cooperate with investigators. He described himself as a law-abiding and patriotic citizen committed to transparency and accountability, pledging to honour the EFCC summons without hesitation.
The EFCC has not yet disclosed the specific matters prompting the invitation, fueling public speculation about whether the questioning relates to decisions taken during Malami’s eight-year tenure in the Buhari administration. The letter addressed to him simply indicated that the agency required “certain information” from the former minister.
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Malami’s years in office were marked by a number of high-profile legal interventions, asset recoveries, and politically sensitive decisions that earned him both praise and criticism. Issues relating to contract approvals, asset declarations, and the management of recovered funds placed him under intense public scrutiny during and after his time in government. He consistently denied any wrongdoing.
With the EFCC now seeking clarifications from him, analysts believe this could signal a deepening of ongoing efforts by the commission to revisit past allegations involving senior government officials. The invitation also highlights the agency’s current posture toward strengthening transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s public institutions.
Though there is no indication yet that the former minister is being accused of any crime, the development has generated significant national attention due to his once-central role in shaping Nigeria’s legal and anti-corruption landscape. Many observers note that any investigation involving a former attorney-general automatically has wide legal and political implications.
In his statement, Malami urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid speculation, promising to keep Nigerians informed as events unfold. He reiterated his belief in due process and expressed confidence that the invitation would provide an opportunity to address whatever issues the EFCC may be examining.
The EFCC has also maintained silence regarding the details of the investigation, leaving journalists and the public awaiting further clarification. The commission is expected to release more information after Malami honours the invitation or depending on the outcome of the engagement.
As the development continues to make headlines, Nigerians will be closely watching whether Malami’s appearance before the EFCC could lead to broader investigations or potential charges or if it remains a routine clarification exercise. For now, the matter adds another significant chapter to Nigeria’s evolving anti-corruption fight and the accountability of former public office holders.
