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How EFCC Tracked And Arrested Ex-Power Minister Mamman After 75-Year Jail Sentence.

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Details have emerged on how operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) tracked down and arrested former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Sources within the Commission told Punch that the anti-graft agency launched a manhunt for Mamman after a Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced him to 75 years imprisonment in absentia last week.

According to the sources, Mamman was eventually located through his mobile phone signal and traced to an apartment in the Rigasa area of Kaduna State.

The EFCC also arrested two individuals accused of harbouring the former minister while he was on the run.

“Immediately the judgment was delivered, we deployed a wide search operation supported by intelligence gathering and surveillance. We eventually tracked him through his phone and found him in an apartment in Rigasa, Kaduna. Two people who sheltered him have also been arrested,” a source said.

The EFCC had earlier confirmed Mamman’s arrest during a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday.

The Commission’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, said Mamman was arrested around 3:30 a.m. in Kaduna, describing the operation as part of ongoing efforts to enforce anti-corruption judgments.

Olukoyede noted that the agency intensified intelligence and surveillance operations immediately after the court’s ruling.

“After the conviction on all 12 counts, and his absence during sentencing, we activated our intelligence network and searched extensively for him. I am pleased to inform Nigerians that at about 3:30 a.m. this morning, we arrested him in Kaduna,” he said.

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“THIS COUNTRY GO CHANGE!”: B-Red Drops Massive Prophecy On What Will Happen If Governor Adeleke Becomes President!.

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  • Potential Presidential Impact: Nigerian singer B-Red stated during an Echoroom podcast interview that Nigeria could experience massive positive transformations if his father, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, ever ascends to the presidency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Mixed Feelings on the Race: While acknowledging his father’s compassionate nature and commitment to serving citizens rather than seeking wealth, B-Red admitted he would prefer his father avoid the grueling pressure of the highest office.

    • Family Wealth and Intentions: Emphasizing that his family has long been financially secure, the artist stressed that any potential presidential bid would be driven entirely by a genuine desire to help people and meet public needs.

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SUBSIDY CLASH: Oshiomhole Reveals Why He Led Furious Ogun Protest Against Obasanjo’s Government!.

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  • Reason for the Protest: Senator Adams Oshiomhole explained that he organized residents of Ogun State to protest against former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s fuel subsidy removal because he doubted the administration’s ability to distribute the benefits fairly to ordinary citizens.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Event Context: The revelation was made at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) during the seventh national discourse hosted by ‘The Companion’, an association of Muslim men in business and the professions.

    • Mobilizing Support: Recounting his time as NLC President, Oshiomhole noted that he rallied locals in Abeokuta—including key figures like Senator Afolabi Salisu—alongside UNILAG students and workers to oppose the policy.

    • Systemic Doubts: He emphasized that while the government had the power to remove the subsidy, it lacked the proper systems needed to ensure the savings reached the poor.

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POLITICAL EARTHQUAKE: Inuwa Yahaya Isn’t Powerful Enough To Retire Me! — Senator Goje Fires Back At Critics.

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  • Voluntary Step-Aside: Former Gombe State Governor and Senator Mohammed Danjuma Goje dismissed claims that Governor Inuwa Yahaya forced him out of politics, clarifying that he voluntarily chose to step aside from the 2027 elections following the APC senatorial primary outcome.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

    • Faith and Acceptance: In a BBC Hausa interview, Goje accepted the loss as the will of Allah, noting that he holds no grudges, feels no betrayal, and remains committed to supporting the APC.

    • Paving the Way for Youth: Goje explained that he feels it is time to let younger politicians take over, adding that he had previously planned to retire in 2019 before constituents persuaded him to run again.

    • Open Options: While affirming that he could easily return to the Senate via another party if he chose to, the veteran politician emphasized his deep gratitude for his long career and expressed peace with his current decision.

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