Former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has confirmed his appearance before the Department of State Services (DSS) for questioning in connection with the September 1, 2025 attack on his convoy in Kebbi State.
In a statement posted on his personal social media account on Monday, Malami disclosed that his invitation to the DSS was part of an ongoing investigation into the assault, which has stirred significant political tension in the region. The former minister stressed that the inquiry stemmed from his previous petition to the DSS regarding threats to his life.
“I can confirm that I have been invited by the Department of State Services to support the investigation over the attack on my person and convoy in Kebbi State on the 1st of September, 2025,” Malami affirmed.
While Malami asserted that the assault was politically motivated, allegedly orchestrated by “opposition high-profile political elements” in Kebbi, he also commended the DSS for its handling of the matter. He expressed satisfaction with the professionalism and respect extended to him by the agency throughout the investigation.
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“I must commend the DSS for the professional and transparent manner in which they have conducted their inquiry. I was treated with dignity and respect, and I remain committed to cooperating fully with the Department to ensure that their investigation is concluded successfully,” Malami added.
The attack on Malami’s convoy has further ignited political flames in Kebbi. Supporters of the former minister have blamed rival political factions for the assault, while opposition figures have vehemently rejected the allegations, calling them unfounded.
Last week, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, dismissed Malami’s claims that the state government had imported mercenaries to target him. Describing the allegations as “false, dangerous, and capable of undermining peace and stability,” the governor condemned them as politically driven attempts to destabilise the state.
“Malami’s so-called allegations are nothing but smokescreens. They are not just politically motivated acts of desperation, but clear attempts at economic sabotage and terrorism,” Governor Idris stated.
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