Court Drops Terrorism Financing Charges Against Ex-Justice Minister Malami

Authorities have withdrawn terrorism financing charges against former Justice Minister Abubakar Malami. His lawyer confirmed that all references to terrorism financing have been removed, leaving only allegations of illegal firearms possession. Malami and his son now face charges over the possession of an unlicensed pistol and ammunition. Both defendants have pleaded not guilty in court. A representative of the Department of State Services also confirmed that the terrorism-related counts were dropped, while the firearms charges remain pending.

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