Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, John Tsoho, don reassign the two money laundering cases wey Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) file against former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, to new judge.
The cases now dey before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, wey don fix February 27 for continuation of proceedings.
Why Case Change Judge
The reassignment follow withdrawal of Justice Obiora Egwuatu from the matter. Egwuatu recuse himself on February 12, citing personal reasons and interest of justice, before returning the case files to the Chief Judge.
The matters were earlier handled by Justice Emeka Nwite during court vacation before dem reassign am.
16-Count Charge, N212bn Assets
EFCC dey prosecute Malami on 16-count charge bordering on money laundering. In December 2025, the anti-graft agency say it trace properties worth about ₦212bn to the former AGF as part of investigation into his tenure.
The assets reportedly include hotels, houses, schools, land and printing press located in Kebbi, Kano and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Malami was arraigned alongside his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and his wife, Bashir Asabe, over alleged laundering of ₦8.7bn. The defendants plead not guilty.
In separate suit, EFCC also seek forfeiture of 57 properties suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities.
Meanwhile, Malami and his son still dey face another five-count charge before Justice Abdulmalik over alleged terrorism financing and illegal possession of firearms.
Observers say the reassignment fit affect pace of the high-profile trial as court resume hearing later this month.
