UPDATED: Court convicts ex-power minister Mamman for money laundering

Nigeria’s ex-power minister, Saleh Mamman, has been convicted in absentia on money laundering charges related to diverting funds from power projects.

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May 7, 2026 · 12:15 · 5 min read

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Nigeria’s ex-power minister, Saleh Mamman, has been convicted in absentia on money laundering charges related to diverting funds from power projects.

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