The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed money laundering charges against a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, and his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami.

According to court documents, the EFCC accused the defendants of conspiring to launder proceeds allegedly derived from unlawful activities through the acquisition of several high-value properties in Abuja and other locations. The transactions are said to have occurred over a number of years while Malami served as Nigeria’s chief law officer.

The anti-graft agency alleged that the funds used for the property purchases were concealed in a manner that violated provisions of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act. The charges also listed other individuals and companies believed to have played roles in the alleged transactions.

The matter has been filed before a Federal High Court, where the defendants are expected to be arraigned. As of the time of filing this report, neither Malami nor his son has publicly responded to the charges.

The EFCC said investigations into the case are ongoing, reaffirming its commitment to holding public officials and their associates accountable for alleged financial crimes.