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This follows an order by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday after Mamman was presented in court by EFCC operatives.
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EFCC Transfers Mamman to Kuje Prison to Begin 75-Year Jail Term - Latest News In Nigeria, Nigeria News Today, Your Online Nigerian Newspaper BREAKING NEWS Breaking 728x90 . 468x60 Main Menu Advertise About Us Politics Latest News In Nigeria Entertainment Sports Metro World Money Market Home Latest News in Nigeria EFCC Transfers Mamman to Kuje Prison to Begin 75-Year Jail Term EFCC Transfers Mamman to Kuje Prison to Begin 75-Year Jail Term DERA - Wednesday, May 27, 2026 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has transferred former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to the Nigeria Correctional Centre, Kuje, Abuja, to commence his 75-year prison sentence. This follows an order by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, on Tuesday after Mamman was presented in court by EFCC operatives. Mamman was convicted on all counts and sentenced on May 13, 2026, to a cumulative 75 years imprisonment for diverting public funds amounting to about N33.8 billion, linked to major power projects including Mambilla and Zungeru hydroelectric initiatives. He was sentenced in absentia after failing to appear for the conclusion of his trial. The former minister was arrested by the EFCC in Kaduna last week after going into hiding. During Tuesday’s proceedings, the EFCC also filed an application seeking the forfeiture of five additional properties allegedly linked to Mamman, including: Walijam Apartments at Plot 435 Lobito Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja Bloom Luxury Suites Nigeria Limited at No. 5 Amana Crescent, Unguwan Rimi, Kaduna State Mansions at Nos. 11 and 13 Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja A.U.A. Plaza on Plot 734 Kade Street, Wuse 2, Abuja Justice Omotosho ruled that the forfeiture matter be adjourned to June 8, 2026, to allow Mamman a fair hearing and opportunity to engage legal representation. A relative of the convict, Shamsudeen Mohammed, testified that Mamman had travelled from Abuja to Kaduna in a taxi shortly after his conviction due to ill health. The development is seen as a significant step in the EFCC’s ongoing efforts against high-profile corruption cases in the power sector. No immediate reaction from Mamman’s legal team has been reported. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday Advertise on NigerianEye.com to reach thousands of our daily users You Might Also Like Latest News in Nigeria « PREV NEXT » No comments Post a Comment Kindly drop a comment below. (Comments are moderated. Clean comments will be approved immediately) Advert Enquires - Reach out to us at NigerianEye@gmail.com Newer Post Older Post Home Subscribe to: Post Comments ( Atom ) Latest Nigerian News - Nigerian newspaper, Nigeria news, Nigerian news, Read nigerian news online, Visit NigerianEye, Your Online nigeria newspaper for nigeria news today, breaking news, check nigeria news online at NigerianEye.com NigerianEye is an Independent News update prov
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