Former Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman, collapsed outside a Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, moments before his money laundering case was set to begin.
According to reports, Mamman’s plea was scheduled for Thursday morning, but he fell ill and collapsed outside the courtroom before the case was called. His counsel, Femi Ate, SAN, informed Justice James Omotosho of the development.
When the hearing resumed, Mamman walked into the courtroom, appearing unwell, with parts of his clothes drenched. Justice Omotosho inquired about his condition, and Mamman responded that water had been poured on him.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s lawyer, Adeyinka Olumide-Fusika, SAN, acknowledged the development outside the courtroom, indicating that the arraignment would not proceed as planned.
