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EFCC Accused of Defying Court Order, Illegally Detaining Abubakar Malami Abuja, December 23, 2025 — The Office of former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, has accused the (EFCC) of open defiance of court orders, illegal detention, and conducting a media trial against him. In a strongly worded statement released Tuesday, Malami’s office alleged that the EFCC refused to comply with a clear bail order issued by the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on December 23, 2025, despite being duly served with the court process. Alleged Refusal to Comply With Bail Order According to the statement, EFCC officials allegedly refused to accept the court-backed bail letter, chased away a court bailiff, and continued to detain Malami in what was described as “brazen, contemptuous, and lawless conduct.” The office further revealed that Malami has remained in EFCC custody for over fourteen (14) days without arraignment, contrary to constitut...

In the spirit of Christmas and goodwill, the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday distributed over 2,000 bags of 25-kilogramme rice to constituents across the district. The distribution exercise covered the five local government areas that make up Kogi Central, as part of the senator’s annual humanitarian outreach aimed at easing the economic burden on families during the festive season. Speaking during the exercise, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan described the gesture as a demonstration of love, unity, and shared responsibility, noting that Christmas is a time to care for one another, especially the less privileged. “Christmas reminds us of compassion, sacrifice, and togetherness. This outreach is my little way of standing with my people and ensuring that families can celebrate the season with joy and dignity,” she said. Beneficiaries of the rice distribution included community leaders, women groups, youths, the elderly, and vulne...