Saleh Mamman Sentenced to 75 Years for Money Laundering

Saleh Mamman, the former Minister of Power, has been transferred to Kuje Prison to begin serving a 75-year prison term following a conviction for money laundering. Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Maitama, Abuja, issued the sentencing on May 13, 2026, after Mamman was found guilty on seven counts out of a total of 16 charges, which included the illicit acquisition of properties worth approximately 33.8 billion naira linked to significant power projects such as Zungeru and Mambilla.

Mamman was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on May 19, 2026, after fleeing from Abuja to Kaduna. The EFCC has also sought the forfeiture of five properties allegedly linked to Mamman, including luxury suits and mansions in Abuja and Kaduna.

The court has adjourned the hearing on the forfeiture application until June 8, 2026, allowing Mamman to respond to the application.