DSS quizzes ex-minister, Malami over convoy attack

Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has confirmed that he honoured an invitation by the Department of State Services (DSS) regarding the recent attack on his convoy in Kebbi State.

In a statement shared via his official social media handle on Monday, Malami clarified that the invitation was tied to the September 1, 2025 assault on his convoy.

He noted that the DSS move was part of ongoing investigations prompted by several petitions, including one he personally filed earlier over threats to his life.

“I can confirm that I have been invited by the Department of State Services to support investigation over the attack on my person and convoy in Kebbi State on the 1st of September, 2025,” Malami stated.

The former minister alleged that the petition was instigated by “opposition high-profile political elements” in Kebbi State, but expressed confidence in the DSS, commending the agency for the manner it had so far handled the inquiry.

“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,” he added.

The attack on Malami’s convoy has heightened political tensions in Kebbi, with his supporters accusing rival camps of masterminding the incident, while opposition figures dismissed the allegations as baseless.

Last week, Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, accused Malami of promoting what he described as “a terrorism agenda” disguised as politics.

He dismissed Malami’s claims that the state government had imported mercenaries, describing them as false, dangerous, and capable of undermining peace and stability in Kebbi.

“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,” the governor said.

(Punch)