BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—The Department of State Services (DSS) has brought former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami (SAN), and his son, Abdulaziz, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over an updated charge involving alleged terrorism-related preparation and illegal possession of firearms and ammunition.
At Tuesday’s sitting, DSS counsel, Akinlolu Kehinde (SAN), informed the court that the earlier charge had been replaced with an amended one and asked for the previous filing to be withdrawn so the new charges could be read for fresh pleas.
Counsel to the defendants, Shaibu Aruwa (SAN), confirmed receipt of the revised charge and did not object to its reading.
The duo are accused of, in December 2025, unlawfully possessing a Sturm Magnum 17–0101 rifle, 16 live cartridges, and 27 spent rounds, allegedly in preparation for terrorist activities in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State. They are also accused of conspiracy under the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
Both defendants pleaded not guilty.
The prosecution requested a trial date, while the defence urged the court to maintain the existing bail conditions, which the judge approved.
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ordered that they remain on bail and adjourned the matter to May 26 and June 15 for hearing.
