The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) expresses its appreciation for the recent arraignment of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, at the Westminster Court in London, United Kingdom, in connection with alleged bribery charges.
While the charges leveled against her in the London court differ from the 13-count money laundering charges brought forth by the EFCC, it is essential to recognize that criminality knows no jurisdictional boundaries. No matter the location, a crime should not go unpunished. The money laundering accusations against Madueke encompass multiple jurisdictions, including Dubai, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and Nigeria.
In the pursuit of justice, an arrest warrant has been secured, and extradition proceedings have been initiated to bring the former Minister to trial in Nigeria. The Commission remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that justice is served, and she will soon have her day in our courts.
