FCT poll holiday delays Malami’s court appearance
The trial of former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and his son, Abdulaziz, was postponed due to a public holiday declared for the area council elections. The case, which involves terrorism and firearms charges, was scheduled before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The Department of State Services had arraigned the duo on a five-count charge. Both defendants pleaded not guilty and remain in DSS custody as the court awaits a formal bail application.
What we know
- The trial of Abubakar Malami and his son was adjourned until February 27 due to a public holiday declared by Nyesom Wike.
- The pair were scheduled to appear before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik on Friday, but court activities were minimal and most participants were asked to leave.
- The DSS had arraigned Malami and his son on February 3 on terrorism and unlawful possession of firearms charges.
- The DSS accused Malami of not prosecuting suspected terrorism financiers and of unlawfully storing firearms at his residence.
- Justice Abdulmalik declined an oral bail application, instructing the defence to file a formal request, and adjourned the matter to February 27.
