Ex-Power Minister Mamman Convicted of N33.8bn Fraud
A Federal High Court in Abuja convicted former Power Minister Saleh Mamman for N33.8 billion money laundering and fraud. He failed to appear for judgment, leading to an arrest warrant.
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A Federal High Court in Abuja has convicted former Power Minister Saleh Mamman of money laundering involving N33.8 billion. Sentencing set for May 12.
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Ex-Power Minister Convicted of N33.8 Billion Fraud
Former Power Minister Saleh Mamman was convicted by a Federal High Court in Abuja on a 12-count fraud and money laundering charge involving N33.8 billion.
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