‘JUSTICE STRUGGLE JUST BEGINNING’, MALAMI SPEAKS AFTER RELEASE FROM CUSTODY
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Abubakar Malami, who used to be the attorney–general of the federation and the minister of justice, has expressed his gratitude to his family, political friends, colleagues, and supporters for supporting him during a tough time.
Malami, along with his wife, Bashir Asabe, and his son, Abdulaziz, are accused of 16 counts related to possible money laundering.
These charges were brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). However, they have denied all the accusations. The former minister was sent back to Kuje prison. He was arrested again on January 19 by people from the Department of State Services (DSS) not long after he was released from the prison.
On January 21, Malami accused the DSS of denying him access to his family members and legal team.
On February 27, a federal high court in Abuja granted bail to Malami and his son, in the sum of N200 million each, over alleged terrorism-related offences.
He has recently fulfilled the bail conditions and regained freedom.
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In a thank you message issued by Mohammed Doka, his media aide, and posted by the former minister on his Facebook page after release from custody, Malami expressed appreciation to Nigerians who, according to him, resisted “media trials, sensational narratives, and prejudgment.”
“I extend my profound and heartfelt gratitude to my family, friends, political associates, and countless well-meaning Nigerians who stood firm with me through this difficult period, refusing to be blinded by media trials, sensational narratives, and prejudgment,” the message reads.
“Your prayers, words of encouragement, quiet solidarity, and unwavering belief in due process strengthened my resolve and reaffirmed my faith in justice and the conscience of our nation.”
He also acknowledged several political figures for their support, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar; Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna; Rotimi Amaechi, former minister of transportation; Peter Obi, 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate; and Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto.
Others are Kashim Imam, Lawal Batagarawa, Lauretta Onochie, and Bolaji Abdullahi, spokesperson of the African Democratic Party (ADC).
Malami said their “courage, support, and principled intervention” reinforced his belief in justice and fairness.
“However, beyond gratitude lies a greater responsibility. The struggle for justice, accountability, and national redemption is only just beginning,” he added.
“Today, our country faces one of the gravest moments in its history. Our nation needs courageous voices, principled leadership, and citizens who refuse to surrender their future to despair or intimidation.
“I therefore invite all well-meaning Nigerians to join me in this noble task of rebuilding hope, restoring justice, and defending the dignity of our great nation.
“Let it be clearly understood that the struggle is just beginning, and together we must rise with courage, conviction, and faith to reclaim the promise of Nigeria. No retreat, no surrender.”
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