The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, following his recent conviction and sentencing by the Federal High Court in Abuja over financial misappropriation charges.

According to reports by Channels Television, EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede confirmed that Mamman was apprehended in Kaduna at about 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday.

Olukoyede also disclosed that two individuals allegedly providing protection for the former minister were arrested alongside him.

The EFCC chairman further stated that the residence where Mamman was apprehended is currently under investigation by the anti-graft agency.

More details to follow…