Archive · 19 Aug 2025
Former Mali PM Jailed on Corruption Allegations
A former leader of Mali, named Choguel Maïga, has been put in jail.
His lawyer said that the reason is that he is accused of corruption, though Maïga says he did nothing wrong.
He used to be in charge of the civilian part of the government led by the military until he was fired in late 2024.
After being fired, he started speaking out against the government.
Former Malian Prime Minister Choguel Maïga was jailed on corruption allegations.
Maïga's lawyer confirmed the jailing to the Associated Press.
Maïga, 67, led the civilian wing of Mali's military junta.
He was dismissed in November 2024.
Maïga has publicly criticized the junta.
- Who
- Choguel Maïga, the former prime minister of Mali.
- What
- Former Malian Prime Minister Choguel Maïga was jailed on corruption allegations.
- When
- Tuesday, as reported by his lawyer.
- Where
- Mali.
- Why
- He was jailed following corruption allegations.
Accusers
Maïga
Corruption Charges
Accusers
Choguel Maïga is guilty of corruption.
Maïga
Choguel Maïga denies the accusations.
- Person Jailed
- Choguel Maïga
- Age
- 67
- Position
- Former Prime Minister
- Allegation
- Corruption
- Dismissal
- November 2024