Just In: Alison-Madueke Trial Continues As Prosecutors Submit More Evidence
Alison-Madueke, who is on trial for six bribery-related charges, pleaded not guilty.
Jurors at the ongoing bribery trial of former petroleum minister, Diezani Alison-Madueke, were on Monday presented with further financial and property evidence at Southwark Crown Court.
Prosecutors told the court that properties purchased between 2013 and 2014 were acquired in the name of the Christian Way of Life Church, where her brother and co-defendant, Archbishop Doye Agama, was listed as a director.
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Emails shown to jurors indicated the properties were bought outright through donations.
The court heard that businessman Benedict Peters transferred £1 million into the church’s account, from which thousands of pounds were later spent, including on international stays at Hilton hotels.
Jurors were also shown images of luxury antiques and designer pieces allegedly paid for by businessman Kola Aluko and later found in properties and storage units linked to Alison-Madueke.
She denies all six charges.
Alison-Madueke, who is the first female OPEC President, is on trial for six bribery-related charges.
Prosecutors allege she used oil contractor funds to support a lavish lifestyle, but she has pleaded not guilty.
