Abubakar Malami, former attorney-general of the federation (AGF), says he has been released after honouring an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

In a statement on X, Malami said his engagement with the anti-graft agency “was successful”, adding that he has been scheduled for “further engagement.”

“In line with my undertaking to keep Nigerians updated on my invitation by EFCC, I give glory to Allah for his divine intervention,” he said.

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“The engagement was successful and I am eventually released while on an appointment for further engagement as the truth relating to the fabricated allegations against me continue to unfold.”

His comments follow an earlier announcement in which he confirmed receiving an invitation from the EFCC.

At the time, he said he would honour the invitation as a law-abiding citizen and out of commitment to accountability.

“I hereby reaffirm my commitment to honour the invitation,” he said.

“I understand the spirit of accountability and transparency in public service — the principles that I both advocate and champion.”

Malami had also said he would keep Nigerians informed as developments unfold.