EFCC Transfers Ex-Minister Saleh Mamman to Kuje Prison to Begin 75-Year Sentence

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has transferred former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to Kuje Correctional Centre to begin serving his 75-year prison sentence.

Mamman was convicted on multiple counts of money laundering and diversion of public funds linked to the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project. A Federal High Court in Abuja handed down the sentence after finding him guilty of misappropriating over ₦22 billion meant for the project.

According to EFCC officials, the transfer was carried out on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, following the court’s ruling. The commission said the move complies with standard procedure after conviction and sentencing.

“The convict was moved to Kuje to commence his sentence without delay,” an EFCC spokesperson stated. “This reflects our commitment to ensuring that high-profile corruption cases are followed through to their logical conclusion.”

The court also ordered the final forfeiture of several properties and assets traced to Mamman. Prosecutors said the assets were acquired using proceeds from the diverted funds. The EFCC has since filed additional applications to forfeit 5 more properties allegedly linked to the former minister.

Mamman served as Minister of Power from August 2019 until he was removed by President Muhammadu Buhari in September 2021. His case has been one of the most closely watched corruption trials involving a former cabinet member.

The conviction adds to a string of high-profile cases the EFCC has pursued under its renewed push to tackle graft in the power sector. Legal analysts say the 75-year sentence, though subject to appeal, sends a strong signal that no official is above accountability.

Mamman’s legal team has indicated plans to appeal the judgment, arguing that the evidence did not support the conviction. For now, he remains in custody at Kuje Correctional Centre pending the outcome of any appeal.

The Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project has been stalled for years due to funding disputes and contractual issues. The government has repeatedly said recovering misappropriated funds is key to restarting the project.


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