rney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has announced plans to appeal the Federal High Court judgment ordering the final forfeiture of 48 properties linked to him.

The decision follows Wednesday’s ruling by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)'s application for the final forfeiture of the properties.

The court held that Malami and other claimants failed to prove that the assets were lawfully acquired, ruling that they did not dispel the reasonable suspicion that the properties were proceeds of unlawful activities.

Reacting to the judgment, Malami, in a statement issued by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, said he respectfully disagreed with aspects of the court’s decision and had instructed his legal team to immediately file an appeal before the Court of Appeal.

He maintained that the ruling was not the final word on the matter, stressing that the appellate process exists to ensure that legal issues are thoroughly examined and justice is served.

Malami reaffirmed his commitment to the rule of law, the Constitution and the independence of the judiciary, expressing confidence that the appellate court would deliver a fair outcome.

He also urged the public and the media to avoid drawing premature conclusions while the appeal is pending, noting that every Nigerian has the constitutional right to seek judicial redress.

The former Attorney-General thanked the people of Kebbi State and Nigerians who have continued to support and pray for him, assuring them that the case would not distract him from his dedication to public service.

He further appealed to his supporters to remain calm, peaceful and law-abiding while allowing the legal process to take its full course.

Malami to Appeal Court Order Forfeiting 48 Properties to EFCC

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