Abubakar Malami

Abubakar Malami is a prominent Nigerian legal practitioner and politician who served as the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice of Nigeria. He is recognized as a key figure in the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.Early Life and Education Abubakar Malami was born on April 17, 1967, in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria. He pursued his education primarily in Northern Nigeria. Malami attended the University of Maiduguri, where he obtained a Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) degree. He furthered his studies at the same institution, earning a Master's Degree in Public Administration (MPA) in 1994. He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1992, officially becoming a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria.Career Progression Following his graduation and call to the bar, Malami began his legal career as a legal practitioner in Kebbi State. He served in various capacities, including working as a state counsel and later as a magistrate in Kebbi State. Malami's political career gained national prominence when he became deeply involved in the activities of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He played a significant role as a counsel for the defunct Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) party.Major Achievements and Notable Works Abubakar Malami served two terms as the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, holding the position from November 11, 2015, until May 29, 2023. His tenure was marked by several high-profile legal and anti-corruption cases. Major achievements and notable works under his leadership included: * **Anti-Corruption Efforts:** Supervising the repatriation of substantial funds looted abroad, most notably the Abacha loot, and the Diezani Alison-Madueke assets. His office was central to Nigeria's efforts in international asset recovery. * **Legal Reform:** Spearheading various legislative and policy reforms aimed at improving Nigeria's justice delivery system. * **High-Profile Prosecutions:** Handling critical national security and corruption-related prosecutions, including cases related to terrorism financing and political corruption.Current Status Since the end of his second term as Attorney General and Minister of Justice in May 2023, Malami has returned to private legal practice and continues to be an influential figure in Nigerian politics and legal circles. His current location is Kebbi, Nigeria.