Di Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) don arrest former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, over alleged fraud involving N33.8 billion public funds.
EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, confirm di arrest on Tuesday, saying operatives picked up di former minister around 3:30am.
“I happy to announce to Nigerians say by 3:30 this morning, we arrested Saleh Mamman,” Olukoyede stated.
According to EFCC, Mamman recently faced conviction over allegations linked to financial misconduct and diversion of public funds during his time as Minister of Power.
Di anti-graft agency no immediately release full details surrounding di latest arrest, but officials say investigations and legal processes dey continue.
Mamman served under di administration of Muhammadu Buhari before im removal from office during cabinet reshuffle.
Di case don attract public attention as Nigerians continue to demand stronger action against corruption and misuse of government funds.
