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Former Nigerian Oil Minister Denies Bribery Charges in Court

4/13/2026

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Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian oil minister, testified in a London court denying bribery accusations tied to contracts from 2010–2015.
Prosecutors allege she benefited from multimillion-pound homes, private jets, and £2 million in Harrods shopping in exchange for contracts.
Alison-Madueke said, "I did not abuse my office," and denied five counts of accepting bribes.
Co-defendants include Olatimbo Ayinde, facing bribery charges, and Doye Agama, her brother, charged with conspiracy.

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Diezani Alison-Madueke, a former Nigerian oil minister, testified in a London court denying bribery accusations tied to contracts from 2010–2015.
Prosecutors allege she benefited from multimillion-pound homes, private jets, and £2 million in Harrods shopping in exchange for contracts.
Alison-Madueke said, "I did not abuse my office," and denied five counts of accepting bribes.
Co-defendants include Olatimbo Ayinde, facing bribery charges, and Doye Agama, her brother, charged with conspiracy.