Breaking: Ex-Power Minister Collapses in Court Amidst N33bn Fraud Trial
In a dramatic turn of events, former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, collapsed outside the Federal High Court premises in Abuja. The incident occurred just moments before he was set to enter the courtroom for his arraignment on a 12-count charge of money laundering, totaling a staggering N33.8 billion.
Mamman, who served under former President Muhammadu Buhari, arrived at the court around noon, only to faint shortly after stepping out of his car. Witnesses reported that he was drenched in water as medical personnel rushed to his aid. His legal counsel, Femi Ate, attributed the collapse to ill health and pleaded for an adjournment, but the judge declined, citing a backlog of cases.
The former minister’s defense team also raised concerns about errors in the charges served by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Mamman himself pointed out discrepancies in the document, emphasizing that the name listed was not his own. As a result, the arraignment was postponed until the correction is made.
This high-profile case has captured national attention, and the courtroom drama continues to unfold. Stay tuned for further updates as the trial progresses.🕵️♂️🔍
