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Hon. Donald Ojogo, who represents Ilaje/Ese-Odo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has taken a swipe at former Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, for his recent criticism of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for a second term.
Malami had voiced his displeasure during a political meeting in Abuja attended by figures like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former presidential candidate Peter Obi, and ex-Governor Rotimi Amaechi.
He accused the APC of focusing on political endorsements instead of addressing the nation’s economic woes, security challenges, and poverty.
Reacting in a statement issued in Abuja, Ojogo described Malami’s remarks as insincere and ironic, given his controversial conduct during his tenure as Attorney General.
“I speak not for the presidency or the APC, but Malami’s sudden concern for national issues is laughable,” Ojogo said. “He appears to have forgotten how he repeatedly worked against progressive moves while in office.”
Ojogo recalled that Malami actively opposed security initiatives by southern states, especially during his time as Information Commissioner under the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu in Ondo State.
He specifically accused Malami of attempting to derail the establishment of the South-West security outfit, Amotekun.
“He stood against Amotekun and used every tool at his disposal to try and prevent its creation. His actions at the time jeopardized regional efforts to tackle insecurity,” Ojogo stated.
According to him, only the determination of Akeredolu and other southern leaders ensured the outfit’s eventual success, despite Malami’s opposition.
Ojogo further alleged that Malami resisted the idea of state policing and maintained a narrow view of federalism. “Rather than support solutions to Nigeria’s deepening security crisis, he was more interested in preserving central control,” he said.
He concluded by dismissing Malami’s recent political commentary as a desperate effort to reshape a legacy marred by missed opportunities and controversial decisions.