Buhari's Former Minister, Abubakar Malami Gets Fresh Appointment

Abubakar Malami

The former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has been appointed by the Pan African Business Forum (AABF), as chairman of the Judicial Review and Transformation of African Committees for the initial renewable term of two years.

Malami served as AGF for eight years in the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

Malami’s appointment was contained in a press statement signed by the Chairman of Pan African Business Forum Dr Ladislas Prosper Agbesi and issued to Journalists by the National Publicity Secretary of Khadimiyya for Justice and Development Initiatives, Ibrahim Abubakar Jombali in Birnin Kebbi.

According to the statement, the appointment was sequel to the Executive Committee Annual General Board meeting held in Johannesburg, South Africa between August 27 to 29th 2024.

The statement added that other appointments approved along with that of Dr Abubakar Malami SAN, during the Annual Board meeting includes that of Pierre Marcel Bonnard as the Executive for New Technology and that of His Excellency Gabriel Mbaga Lima as the Chairman of the Energy and Oil & Gas Infrastructure Committee of PABF.

The statement further indicates that the appointment of the immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami SAN, reflects his extensive experience in legal advocacy, governance, and his firm commitment to the principles of justice and development across Africa.

As Chairman, Malami will be responsible for overseeing key judicial reviews, ensuring legal standards are maintained, and advising on significant judicial matters within the organization’s member countries.