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EFCC Uncovers N212bn Assets Linked to Malami

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10 months ago

December 24, 2025

Malami EFCC assets: EFCC uncovers 41 properties worth N212bn linked to former AGF Abubakar Malami and son across Kebbi, Kano, and Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has uncovered 41 properties valued at over N212 billion allegedly linked to Abubakar Malami, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, and his son, Abdulaziz Malami.

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The assets, spread across Kebbi State, Kano State, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), include hotels, universities, schools, factories, fuel businesses, radio stations, and luxury residences.

Investigations reveal that Kebbi State hosts the largest share, valued at N162.1 billion, while Kano State assets are worth N16 billion and FCT properties total N34.6 billion, bringing the combined value to N212.8 billion.

In Kebbi State, the discovered assets include Rayhaan University (permanent, temporary, and third sites), Rayhaan Model Academy, Rayhaan Primary and Secondary School, staff quarters, factories, machinery, fuel tanker garages, hotels, shopping facilities, a printing press, and a radio station.

Several high-value residential buildings, foundation structures, and uncompleted multi-storey complexes allegedly connected to Malami and his family were also listed.

In Kano, EFCC traced Zeennoor Hotel, its mosque and old hotel structure, Rayhaan Hotel, a gym facility, and a luxury residence purportedly owned by Malami’s wife.

In the FCT, properties include prime duplexes in Maitama, two Meethaq Hotels in Jabi and Maitama, Harmonia Hotel in Garki, and 42 housing units at Efab Estate.

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Following the discovery, the federal government has filed a 16-count money laundering charge against Malami and his son under the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act. EFCC officials indicated that further legal actions may follow as investigations continue.

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Kaduna Steps Up Ebola Surveillance and Public Awareness

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3 hours ago

October 21, 2026

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Kaduna Ebola surveillance is being strengthened through health facility preparedness, public awareness campaigns and planned sensitisation at key entry points.

The Kaduna State Government has stepped up Ebola surveillance and preventive measures, including strengthening health facility preparedness and expanding public awareness campaigns, as authorities work to prevent a possible outbreak.

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The Director of Public Health at the state Ministry of Health, Dr Sadique Abubakar, disclosed the measures in an interview with PUNCH Online on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, following a meeting to assess the Ebola situation and identify necessary preventive actions.

Abubakar said the government was working to improve the readiness of health facilities while educating residents about Ebola prevention and the importance of strict infection prevention and control practices.

“We have already identified the necessary actions that we will continue to take. Part of them is strengthening facility readiness and awareness,” he said.

He explained that community sensitisation remained central to the state’s preparedness strategy, with health officials developing messages to inform the public about the disease and ways to reduce the risk of transmission.

“We are currently developing messages to distribute across various media platforms. We will also engage the media in sensitising the community through radio, television and other channels,” Abubakar said.

The government is also planning awareness campaigns at key entry points, including motor parks and railway stations, to reach travellers and other members of the public with relevant health information.

According to the director, these efforts form part of broader preparations to ensure Kaduna can respond effectively to a potential public health emergency.

Abubakar added that the Ministry of Health would issue a public health advisory to guide residents on precautions and other relevant information concerning Ebola.

“Usually, when we have issues of public health concern, we release public health advisories,” he said.

He assured residents that the government would continue reviewing its preparedness plans and provide updates as additional measures were developed.

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The director urged the public to follow official health information and observe recommended preventive measures while the state strengthens its readiness against a possible Ebola outbreak.