Former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), said he has been released after an initial invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission for questioning.
Malami disclosed this in a statement he personally signed and posted on X on Saturday.
He noted that another date had been scheduled for continued engagement with the anti-graft agency.
“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.”
The latest update came after a Friday post in which Malami informed the public about his invitation.
He also restated his willingness to honour the EFCC’s request.
“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,” Malami wrote.
He added that transparency and accountability have guided his public service career. “I understand the spirit of accountability and transparency in public service, the principles that I both advocate and champion.”
Malami explained that he had notified his family and friends about the development, stating that the EFCC had asked him to clarify certain matters and he was ready to respond.
“I am informing my family and friends that EFCC has invited me to clarify on some issues, and as a citizen of law and order and patriot, I am willing to honor this invitation without any hesitation,” he declared.
He further stressed that honesty and integrity remain central to his leadership philosophy.
“I believe in the importance of honesty, integrity and honesty in leadership, these are principles I’ve long supported and uphold, over the years I’ve spent in public service,” he said.
Malami added that he would continue to update Nigerians as the situation progressed, noting that openness is essential in public affairs.
“On this note, I am informing Nigerians of any development that will follow, so that everyone will be aware,” he added.
The EFCC had yet to provide details on the scope of its investigation as of the time of filing this report.
