In her first major interview after the verdict, Diezani described the long legal battle as “painful” and “traumatic.” She said it affected her freedom, work, travel, and mental health. She believes the case was partly driven by her push against corruption in the oil industry, which did not sit well with some powerful interests. As a woman in a male dominated system, she felt she became an easy target.
She added that Nigerian authorities and UK investigators should have checked the claims more carefully before acting. “I knew that I had never done anything nefarious,” she told the BBC.
Diezani served as Petroleum Minister from 2010 to 2015 under President Goodluck Jonathan. She was the first woman in that role and also became the first female President of OPEC. After leaving office, she faced serious corruption allegations linked to oil contracts. UK authorities investigated her for years. In June 2026, a London court acquitted her of all six charges, five counts of bribery and one of conspiracy.
She added that Nigerian authorities and UK investigators should have checked the claims more carefully before acting. “I knew that I had never done anything nefarious,” she told the BBC.
Diezani served as Petroleum Minister from 2010 to 2015 under President Goodluck Jonathan. She was the first woman in that role and also became the first female President of OPEC. After leaving office, she faced serious corruption allegations linked to oil contracts. UK authorities investigated her for years. In June 2026, a London court acquitted her of all six charges, five counts of bribery and one of conspiracy.
Madam we thank God for your vindication. Cabals dey everywhere.
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