Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted in UK Bribery Probe

Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke acquitted of bribery after 13-year UK probe

Former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke has been found not guilty of bribery at a London court, ending a 13-year investigation by the UK's National Crime Agency that she says cost her her reputation, her freedom of movement, and her career. The verdict was delivered on Wednesday at Southwark Crown Court, where Alison-Madueke faced five counts of accepting bribes and conspiracy to commit bribery. The trial had begun in January.

By Caleb Ahinakwah