The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned the judgment in the EFCC's forfeiture case against 57 properties linked to former Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, until July 15.The case, originally scheduled for judgment on July 6, was postponed because Justice Joyce Abdulmalik was unavailable.The EFCC sought the final forfeiture of the properties, arguing they were proceeds of unlawful activities.Counsel for the EFCC, Jibrin Okutepa, presented a 47-paragraph affidavit with 46 exhibits, urging the court to order permanent forfeiture.

Malami's legal team, Adedayo Adedeji, countered by stating the properties were not acquired from criminal proceeds and that the EFCC relied on suspicion rather than evidence.Adedeji argued the court needed oral evidence to properly assess the case, as the current evidence was deemed insufficient.

The case highlights ongoing legal battles over asset forfeiture in Nigeria, with both sides presenting extensive documentation to support their positions.