HAPPENING NOW: Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman Jailed 75 Years Over ₦33.8bn Fraud

According to PUNCH on May 13, 2026, a Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison over the misappropriation of public funds amounting to approximately ₦33.8 billion. The judgment marks one of the most significant corruption convictions involving a former government official in recent years and has generated widespread reactions across Nigeria.

The court found Mamman guilty on multiple counts related to money laundering, diversion of public funds, and abuse of office during his tenure as Minister of Power..CONTINUE READING, FULL  ARTICLE >>>