Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja has imposed a 75-year prison sentence on Saleh Mamman, the former Minister of Power, after he was found guilty of defrauding the Nigerian government of ₦33.8 billion. The court determined that Mamman was culpable on multiple counts of fraud, leading to consecutive sentences that collectively total 75 years. In delivering the judgment, Justice Omotosho emphasized the severity of the offenses and the need for accountability in public office. The ruling marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to combat corruption within the Nigerian government.
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