Abubakar Malami
Former Attorney-General of the Federation & Minister of Justice
All Progressives Congress Kebbi State
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Abubakar Malami, SAN, is a seasoned lawyer and politician who served as Nigeria's Attorney-General and Minister of Justice from November 2015 to May 2023 under President Muhammadu Buhari. A native of Kebbi State, he rose through legal ranks to become a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, also contributing to the formation of the APC. Known for spearheading anti-corruption prosecutions and state legal reforms, Malami combined legal acumen with political influence throughout his service.
Education
- LL.B. in Law – Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (1991)
- Called to the Nigerian Bar (1992)
- MPA – University of Maiduguri (1994)
- Elevated to Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) in 2008; also a Life Bencher (2020)
Professional Background
- Began his legal career as State Counsel and Magistrate in Kebbi State
- Held leadership roles in private legal practice
- Served as National Legal Adviser of CPC, contributed to formation of APC (2013)
- Knew ministerial appointments—first appointed at age 48, the youngest in Buhari's first cabinet
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