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Nigeria's ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke cleared of all charges in UK corruption trial

A London jury acquitted former Nigerian Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke of six bribery charges on June 17, 2026. The legal proceedings lasted 11 years. The outcome is considered a failure for UK prosecutors.

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  1. Diezani Alison-Madueke cleared of UK bribery charges

    A London jury acquitted former Nigerian Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke of six bribery charges on June 17, 2026. The legal proceedings lasted 11 years. The outcome is considered a failure for UK prosecutors.

    What's confirmed:

    • A London jury cleared Diezani Alison-Madueke of six bribery charges on June 17, 2026.
    • The legal process against the former Petroleum Resources Minister lasted 11 years.
    confidence 100%

  2. UK Jury Acquits Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke

    A London jury cleared former Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke of six bribery charges on June 17, 2026. The verdict ended a legal process that lasted 11 years. This result is viewed as a failure for UK prosecutors.

    What's confirmed:

    • A jury at Southwark Crown Court found Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges.
    • The legal case against Alison-Madueke lasted 11 years.
    • The jury deliberated for more than 46 hours before reaching the verdict.
    confidence 100%

  3. Diezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted of All Bribery Charges in UK Court

    A jury at London's Southwark Crown Court found former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges on June 17, 2026. The verdict followed more than 46 hours of deliberation. The acquittal has drawn criticism from anti-corruption groups and mixed reactions in Nigeria.

    What's confirmed:

    • Diezani Alison-Madueke was acquitted of all six bribery charges at Southwark Crown Court on June 17, 2026.
    • The jury deliberated for more than 46 hours before reaching the verdict.
    • Alison-Madueke previously served as Nigeria's Minister of Petroleum Resources and head of the OPEC cartel.
    • The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre and Transparency International Nigeria called the acquittal a setback to global anti-corruption efforts.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The UK court dismissed the case due to insufficient evidence to sustain the charges.
    • Alison-Madueke described the legal battle as 13 years long in a BBC interview.
    confidence 95%

  4. Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted of All UK Bribery Charges

    A London jury found Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges on Wednesday, June 17. The verdict concludes an 11-year legal battle. Alison-Madueke stated she is profoundly relieved that her name has been cleared.

    What's confirmed:

    • A London jury found former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges.
    • The trial took place in London and concluded on Wednesday, June 17.
    • The legal process ended a battle that lasted 11 years.
    • The UK National Crime Agency brought the six bribery charges in 2023.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The jury arrived at their decision after 46 hours of deliberation.
    • Alison-Madueke intends to share her intentions for the future and address the period in greater detail.
    confidence 100%

  5. Diezani Alison-Madueke acquitted of bribery charges in London court

    Former Nigerian Petroleum Resources Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke was cleared of all bribery charges at Southwark Crown Court. The verdict follows a trial involving allegations that she took bribes from oil executives. Alison-Madueke stated that UK law enforcement destroyed her reputation and integrity.

    What's confirmed:

    • Diezani Alison-Madueke was acquitted of all bribery charges at Southwark Crown Court.
    • The defendant previously served as Nigeria's Minister of Petroleum Resources.
    • Alison-Madueke stated that UK law enforcement destroyed her reputation and integrity.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The bribery probe lasted 13 years.
    • The trial lasted five months.
    • The trial lasted six months.
    • Laolu Akande urged Alison-Madueke to return to Nigeria to face EFCC cases.
    confidence 90%

  6. Diezani Alison-Madueke Acquitted of Bribery Charges in UK Court

    A London jury found former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges on Wednesday. The verdict follows a rare corruption trial of a high-profile energy official. British authorities faced a major blow after the conclusion of the case.

    What's confirmed:

    • A London jury found Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges.
    • Alison-Madueke previously served as Nigeria's minister of petroleum resources.
    confidence 100%

  7. Former Nigerian Oil Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke Cleared of UK Bribery Charges

    A London jury at Southwark Crown Court found Diezani Alison-Madueke not guilty of six bribery charges on Wednesday. The verdict concludes a five-month trial and an 11-year corruption probe. Alison-Madueke, a former OPEC president, described the period as a traumatic journey.

    What's confirmed:

    • Diezani Alison-Madueke was found not guilty of six bribery charges by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.
    • The trial lasted five months and followed an 11-year corruption investigation.
    • Alison-Madueke served as Nigeria's Minister of Petroleum Resources and as OPEC president.
    • The jury spent more than 46 hours deciding the case.
    confidence 100%