A Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced former Nigerian Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to 75 years in prison after finding him guilty of illegally diverting public funds worth about ₦33.8 billion.
The court ruled that the former minister misused government money that was meant for national projects and public development. The case was investigated by anti-corruption authorities, who accused him of laundering large sums of money through different accounts and transactions.
According to court findings, the funds were allegedly moved and hidden in violation of Nigeria’s financial laws. After reviewing evidence and hearing arguments from both sides, the judge delivered a lengthy prison sentence covering multiple charges linked to the fraud case.
The judgment is being seen as one of the major anti-corruption rulings involving a former top government official in recent times. Many Nigerians have reacted strongly to the news, with some praising the decision as a step toward accountability and transparency in public office.
The case has also renewed conversations about corruption, public trust, and the importance of protecting government funds meant for national development projects such as electricity and infrastructure.
Authorities say the ruling sends a strong message that public officials can be held responsible for financial crimes, regardless of their former positions in government.