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- Police Takeover of Azbir Hotel and Arena
- EFCC Investigation
- Malami's Allegations
- Josef Onoh's Accusation
Officers from the Nigeria Police Force have seized control of the Azbir Hotel and Azbir Arena, properties owned by the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami SAN, located in Kebbi State.
This action follows an investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding allegations of money laundering and abuse of office.
It is worth noting that the anti-corruption agency summoned Malami for questioning on November 28.
Previously, Malami expressed significant concern regarding what he termed threatening actions by the EFCC, as its agents conducted coordinated raids on his offices and private residences in both Abuja and Kebbi State.
A former spokesperson for the South-East to President Bola Tinubu, Josef Onoh, accused him of hypocrisy and a lack of respect for the rule of law during his tenure.
In a statement, Onoh urged Malami to cease what he referred to as attempts to blackmail and intimidate the Chairman of the EFCC, Ola Olukoyede, and instead cooperate with the ongoing investigations.
What is the reason for the police takeover of Azbir Hotel and Arena?
The police took over the properties as part of an investigation by the EFCC into allegations of money laundering and abuse of office involving Abubakar Malami.
What has Abubakar Malami said about the EFCC's actions?
Malami has raised concerns about the EFCC's actions, describing them as threatening, particularly regarding the raids on his offices and residences.
What accusations has Josef Onoh made against Malami?
Josef Onoh has accused Malami of hypocrisy and not respecting the rule of law during his time in office, urging him to stop attempting to intimidate the EFCC Chairman.
Eze Chidiebere Paul
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