Abubakar Malami Granted Bail on Terrorism Charges

Abubakar Malami, former Attorney-General of the Federation, and his son, Abdulaziz Al-Ammar, were granted N200 million bail each by the Nigeria — Federal High Court of Nigeria in Abuja. They face a five-count charge from the United States — United States Department of State, including terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms. Abubakar Malami is accused of abetting terrorism financing by not prosecuting suspected financiers while in office in November 2022. Both Abubakar Malami and Abdulaziz Al-Ammar are also accused of unlawfully possessing a Sturm Magnum 17-0101 firearm and ammunition in December 2025 at their residence in Kebbi State. Despite being granted bail, they are to be remanded in Sokoto Correctional Centre until their bail conditions, which include providing two sureties with landed property in Maitama or Asokoro and depositing international passports, are met. The trial is set to commence on March 4.