A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the permanent and interim forfeiture of five properties belonging to former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, who is currently serving a 75-year jail term for corruption and money laundering.
Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, gave the ruling on Thursday, July 2, 2026, on an application by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Court Orders Forfeiture of Five Properties
The court ordered the permanent forfeiture of Walijam Apartments located at No. 43 Plot 435, Lobito Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja. Four other properties were forfeited on an interim basis pending further proceedings. These include Bloom Luxury Suites Nigeria Limited at No. 5 Amana Crescent, New Estate, Unguwan Rimi, Kaduna State; a mansion at No. 11 Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja; another mansion at No. 13 Misratah Street, Wuse 2, Abuja; and A.U.A Plaza on Plot 734 Kade Street, Wuse 2, Abuja.
Justice Omotosho held that the EFCC successfully established that Walijam Apartments were acquired with proceeds of unlawful activities. He directed the Commission to publish the interim forfeiture order in a national newspaper within seven days, inviting interested parties to show cause why the other four properties should not be finally forfeited to the Federal Government.
Background to the Conviction
Mamman was prosecuted by the EFCC on an amended 12-count charge of corruption and money laundering involving N33.8 billion. On May 7, 2026, Justice Omotosho convicted him on all counts and sentenced him to 75 years imprisonment on May 13, 2026.
During the trial, the court had ordered the recovery of some ill-gotten assets. The judge further directed Mamman to refund N22 billion traced to him by the EFCC.
EFCC Continues Asset Recovery Drive
The latest ruling forms part of the EFCC’s ongoing efforts to recover proceeds of corruption from public officials. The Commission has in recent months secured several high-profile asset forfeitures from individuals convicted of financial crimes.
The forfeited properties are expected to be managed in line with the provisions of the law pending final determination on the interim orders.
