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NNPC Funded My Lifestyle, Diezani Tells UK Court - Daily Trust
- Diezani Alison-Madueke tells UK court she did not solicit or receive a bribe during her time as minister.
- She claims expenses in London were official and reimbursed by the Nigerian government.
- Prosecutors allege Nigerian businessmen funded luxury expenses and extensive property use in London.
- Alison-Madueke described official duties and a property near Regent’s Park used for discrete meetings.
- She denies knowledge of a cash delivery claimed by a chauffeur, calling it unrelated to her.
- Alison-Madueke says Nigeria is a patriarchal society and she faced threats while in office.
- She became the first female president of OPEC in 2015.
- She stands trial with two associates over bribery charges, all pleading not guilty.
- The court case details reflect ongoing scrutiny over how funds and expenses were managed.
- The report notes that a London service firm managed travel and accommodation for efficiency.
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