The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has transferred former Minister of Power Saleh Mamman to the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja following a Federal High Court order directing him to begin serving a 75-year prison sentence for money laundering.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Maitama issued the directive after the anti-graft agency presented the former minister before the court on Tuesday.
The EFCC confirmed the development in a statement shared on its official X account.
Court Orders Immediate Commencement Of Jail Term
Mamman was convicted over allegations involving the laundering of more than ₦33.8 billion linked to major power projects, including the Zungeru and Mambilla hydroelectric schemes.
The court had earlier found him guilty on all counts in an amended 16-count charge and sentenced him in absentia to a cumulative 75-year prison term.
During proceedings, Justice Omotosho informed the former minister that his prison sentence officially commenced immediately after the hearing.
EFCC Seeks Additional Property Forfeiture
The EFCC also filed an application seeking the forfeiture of five additional properties in Abuja and Kaduna allegedly connected to the former minister.
The properties reportedly include luxury apartments, mansions and commercial buildings located in high-profile areas of Abuja and Kaduna State.
Justice Omotosho adjourned hearing on the forfeiture application until June 8, 2026, to allow Mamman respond through legal representation.
Former Minister Speaks In Court
Mamman told the court he missed previous proceedings due to health challenges.
A relative identified as Shamsudeen Mohammed also testified that the former minister travelled from Abuja to Kaduna by taxi after the judgment before he was later arrested by EFCC operatives in Kaduna.
The court further directed that the former minister be personally served with court documents to enable him engage a lawyer of his choice.
