A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed May 26 for the Department of State Services (DSS) to open its case against former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, and his son, Abdulaziz, over alleged terrorism-related offences.
During proceedings, prosecution counsel Akinlolu Kehinde informed the court that an amended charge had been filed to replace the earlier one. He requested that the previous charge be withdrawn and the new one read to the defendants.
Defence counsel Shaibu Aruwa confirmed receipt of the amended charge and did not oppose the request for fresh arraignment.
After the new charges were read, both Malami and his son pleaded not guilty.
The allegations center on claims that in December 2025, the defendants possessed a firearm and ammunition without a license, and were preparing to commit acts of terrorism. The charges also include conspiracy and unlawful possession of weapons under relevant Nigerian laws.
Following the plea, the prosecution asked for a trial date, while the defence requested that the defendants continue on the bail earlier granted by the court.
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik ruled that the defendants should remain on their existing bail, noting that they had already met the conditions.
The court adjourned the case to May 26 and June 15 for the commencement and continuation of trial proceedings.
