The Coalition Against Terrorism and Corruption (CATC) has announced plans to organise a one-million-man march to protest any attempt to secure the release of former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Abubakar Malami, from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Dr. Hassan Adebayo, the group said the planned protest is aimed at drawing public attention to the ongoing investigation and charges filed against the former minister, urging authorities to allow the judicial process to run its full course without interference.
According to the statement, CATC expressed concern over what it described as the gravity of the allegations contained in the EFCC’s 16-count charge against Malami, his son, and an associate, Bashir Asabe. The charges reportedly relate to alleged money laundering, concealment of funds, and the acquisition of high-value properties across Abuja, Kano, and Kebbi States.
The group alleged that the charges include claims of laundering funds through a company, Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited, between 2022 and 2025, as well as the purchase of luxury properties and the use of large cash sums as collateral for loans.
CATC further referenced alleged transactions involving the acquisition of properties in areas such as Maitama, Jabi, Asokoro, and Gwarimpa, as well as investments linked to hospitality businesses, which investigators are reportedly examining as part of the case.
While emphasising that the allegations remain subject to determination by the courts, the group insisted that the matter should be handled transparently and in accordance with the law.
“The seriousness of these allegations demands that due process be strictly followed. Any attempt to truncate investigations or influence the judicial process would undermine public confidence in the fight against corruption,” Adebayo stated.
The coalition warned against granting bail or any form of preferential treatment that could jeopardise the prosecution of the case, calling on anti-corruption agencies and the judiciary to act independently and decisively.
The group said the planned protest would be peaceful and aimed at urging accountability, stressing that no individual, regardless of past office or political standing, should be considered above the law.
Malami has not publicly responded to the claims, and the allegations remain unproven until determined by a court of competent jurisdiction.
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