Activist Omoyele Sowore confronted former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami at Abuja’s Federal High Court on Monday, in a viral exchange tying Malami’s current legal woes to his past role in Sowore’s persecution under Buhari.
Tense Exchange
Sowore remarked: “You see how it feels now to be persecuted. When you were with Buhari, you were bragging… now the system is dealing with you.” He offered Malami a Revolution Now orange beret, praising his composure amid EFCC/DSS charges of money laundering, firearms possession, and asset seizures—which Malami contests as lawfully acquired.
Malami’s Response
Malami stayed defiant: “I can never be down… I have been attending all my court sittings. I will keep attending. And I remain strong.” The encounter, amid lawyers and onlookers, sparked online buzz over role reversal and resilience.
However, the activist acknowledged Malami’s composure amid the situation.
“At least I’m glad that you are strong. We are not all on the same side ; even the oppressors are oppressing you now. As far as the Nigerian project is concerned, no matter how powerful you people are, we will never support you. We are resilient till tomorrow”, he said.
In response, Malami offered a brief but composed defense of his situation, maintaining confidence in his legal standing.
“I can never be down. Well, I have been attending all my court sittings. I will keep attending. And I remain strong”, he responded.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Department of State Services (DSS) are suing former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, on charges of money laundering, unlawful possession of firearms, and unlawful acquisition of assets.
He is then contesting an order for the temporary confiscation of his possessions, arguing that they were acquired lawfully
