CISLAC, Transparency International fault UK court verdict acquitting Diezani (opens original article in a new tab)

CISLAC and Transparency International condemned the UK court's acquittal of former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, citing it as a setback for anti-corruption efforts and urging stronger domestic accountability mechanisms.

• CISLAC and Transparency International criticized the UK court's acquittal of Diezani Alison-Madueke for corruption charges.
• The court found her not guilty on all six counts of bribery and conspiracy after 46 hours of deliberation.
• The organizations called for stronger domestic anti-corruption measures in Nigeria instead of relying on foreign jurisdictions.