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The former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has called for calm following the court's imposition of a N1.5 billion bail condition on him and his family members involved in alleged corruption.
According to DAILY POST, the Federal High Court in Abuja granted bail totaling N1.5 billion on Wednesday to Malami, his son, Abdulaziz, and his wife, Hajia Bashir Asabe.
In a ruling delivered on Wednesday, trial judge Justice Emeka Nwite approved bail in the amount of N1 billion for Malami and his son, while Malami’s wife, who is also a defendant in the case, was included in the total bail amount.
In response, Malami posted a statement on his verified Facebook page, urging the public to remain calm.
The former minister reiterated his commitment to the "rule of law," emphasizing that he has consistently shown respect for "due process and the authority of the courts."
Malami stated that he "will continue to adhere strictly to all lawful directives and conditions as determined by the court."
“We encourage the public to remain calm and patient, as more detailed information regarding this situation will be provided shortly,” he added.
FAQ
What was the bail amount set by the court for Abubakar Malami and his family?
The Federal High Court set the total bail amount at N1.5 billion for Abubakar Malami, his son Abdulaziz, and his wife Hajia Bashir Asabe.
What did Abubakar Malami say in response to the court's decision?
Abubakar Malami urged the public to remain calm and expressed his commitment to the rule of law, stating he would comply with all lawful directives and conditions set by the court.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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