The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the permanent forfeiture of one property and the interim forfeiture of four others linked to former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, who is serving a 75-year prison sentence following his conviction for corruption and money laundering.

Justice James Omotosho delivered the ruling after granting an application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), holding that the anti-graft agency had successfully established that one of the properties was acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities.

According to a statement issued by the EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, the property permanently forfeited to the Federal Government is Walijam Apartments, located at No. 43, Plot 435, Lobito Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja.

The court also granted an interim forfeiture order on four additional properties allegedly linked to Mamman. They include Bloom Luxury Suites Nigeria Limited at No. 5 Amana Crescent, New Estate, Unguwan Rimi, Kaduna State; a mansion at No. 11 Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja; another property at No. 13 Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja; and A.U.A Plaza situated on Plot 734, Kade Street, Wuse 2, Abuja.

In his ruling, Justice Omotosho held that the EFCC had proved that Walijam Apartments was purchased with proceeds of crime.

“The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission was able to establish that the convict acquired Walijam Apartments with proceeds of unlawful activities,” the judge ruled.

The court further directed the EFCC to publish the interim forfeiture order in a national newspaper within seven days, allowing any interested parties to appear before the court and show cause why the remaining four properties should not be permanently forfeited to the Federal Government.

Mamman was prosecuted by the EFCC on an amended 12-count charge bordering on corruption and money laundering involving about N33.8 billion.

Justice Omotosho convicted the former minister on all 12 counts on May 7, 2026, before sentencing him to 75 years’ imprisonment on May 13, 2026.

In addition to the prison term, the court ordered Mamman to refund N22 billion traced to him during the EFCC’s investigation. The court also directed the recovery of several assets identified as proceeds of unlawful activities uncovered during the trial.

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has transferred former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, to the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja following a court order for him to begin serving a 75-year prison sentence over money laundering charges.

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, issued the directive on Tuesday after Mamman was brought before the court by the EFCC.

In a statement posted on its X handle, the EFCC confirmed the development and also disclosed that the court heard a consequential application seeking the forfeiture of five additional properties linked to the former minister.

Conviction and Sentence

Mamman was convicted on May 7 on all 16 counts of an amended charge bordering on money laundering involving more than ₦33.8 billion.

He was subsequently sentenced in absentia on May 13 to a total of 75 years imprisonment.

The case involved allegations of illicit acquisition of properties and diversion of funds linked to major power projects, including the Zungeru and Mambilla hydroelectric schemes.

Arrest and Court Proceedings

The EFCC had declared that Mamman fled Abuja for Kaduna after his conviction before he was eventually arrested on May 19 in the Rigasa area of Kaduna alongside a relative.

During proceedings, a witness identified as Shamsudeen Mohammed, described as the former minister’s relative, told the court that Mamman travelled from Abuja to Kaduna by taxi after the judgment.

Justice Omotosho ruled that the sentence took effect immediately after judgment, stressing that the former minister’s prison term had commenced.

Forfeiture of Properties Sought

The EFCC is also pursuing forfeiture of five properties allegedly linked to Mamman in Abuja and Kaduna.

They include luxury apartments, mansions in Wuse 2, Abuja, and a commercial property in the same district.

The anti-graft agency said the move forms part of efforts to recover assets linked to proceeds of crime.

Case Adjourned

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

Justice Omotosho also directed that the former minister be properly served and allowed to engage legal representation of his choice.

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A witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) alleged that ex-Minister Saleh Mamman paid N200 million cash.

The EFCC previously arraigned Mamman on 12 charges, accusing him of laundering N33.8 billion meant for hydroelectric projects.

Investigators revealed that large funds were transferred from the Mambilla project account to bureau de change operators illegally.

On Wednesday, businessman Mohammed Jidda testified in court that Mamman personally visited his office and paid in cash.

The payment was for a five-bedroom property at No. 12a & b Lungi Street, Wuse 2, Abuja.

Jidda stated that Mamman arrived at his office with Mohammed Hussein and two individuals, bringing dollars instead.

After counting the money, an agreement was signed between Jidda’s Mohibat Investment Limited and Hussein, finalizing purchase.

Real estate agent Samson Bitrus testified that he assisted Mamman in acquiring the property after being introduced.

In 2019, Mamman asked Bitrus to find a suitable property, leading to the discovery of this one.

Mamman, accompanied by Hussein, paid N200 million in dollars, which Jidda counted before transferring ownership legally.

Bitrus stated that he could not recall whether the documents were signed on that same particular day.

Judge James Omotosho adjourned the case until March 18 and 19 for further hearings and legal proceedings.

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