Diezani Alison-Madueke rejects bribery claims in UK court
Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, has denied accusations of corruption and bribery in a UK court. She stated that she always acted impartially and never accepted bribes or abused her office. Prosecutors allege that Nigerian businessmen funded lavish expenses on her behalf, but she insists these were reimbursed by official channels. Olatimbo Ayinde and Doye Agama are also facing related charges and have denied wrongdoing.
What we know
- Diezani Alison-Madueke told Southwark Crown Court she tried to combat corruption in Nigeria.
- She denied ever asking for, taking, or receiving bribes, and said all official expenses were reimbursed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company.
- Prosecutors claim businessmen paid millions for her spending in London and Buckinghamshire.
- She explained that a service company in London managed her logistics due to NNPC’s disorganised financial structure.
- Olatimbo Ayinde and Doye Agama also denied all charges related to bribery and conspiracy.
