By Vincent Egunyanga, Abuja
Security operatives have stormed the Abuja residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, hours after a visit by former vice-president, Atiku Abubakar.
Malami, who is facing allegations of money laundering, was recently granted bail and has been receiving visits from prominent political figures.
Among those who visited him are Atiku Abubakar; former Anambra State governor and 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi; and former Rivers State governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.
However, shortly after Atiku left Malami’s residence on Monday, security operatives reportedly moved in.
In a video circulating online, Malami, dressed in the same outfit he wore while receiving Atiku, was seen confronting the operatives.
“Where is the court order authorising you to mark my property? Are you trying to embarrass me?” he asked.
“The order is not specific in granting you the right to mark my property. You can go ahead, but we will meet in court.”
Meanwhile, Atiku Abubakar has condemned the action, accusing President Bola Tinubu’s administration of undermining democratic principles.
In a statement issued on Monday, Atiku described the operation as “lawless, vindictive, and politically motivated,” alleging that security agencies were being used to intimidate opposition figures.
“This is not governance. This is intimidation. This is a regime weaponising state power to silence dissent,” he said.
Atiku warned that Nigeria risks a steady erosion of democratic norms, alleging that state institutions are being deployed for political purposes rather than national security.
“What we are witnessing is an abuse of power—security agencies being used to settle political scores. This is how democracies decline,” he added.
He further alleged that recent actions targeting opposition figures are part of a broader effort to weaken dissenting voices ahead of the 2027 elections.
