Diezani Alison-Madueke, former Nigerian petroleum minister, appeared before Southwark Crown Court in London on Monday for the preliminary hearing of her bribery trial, with the full trial scheduled to begin on January 26, 2026. The case, listed in Court 8 before Justice Thornton, stems from allegati
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kenneth Athekame
Athekame Kenneth is a politics, economy, and finance reporter whose work is anchored in sharp investigative storytelling. He brings analytical depth to every piece, drawing on a strong academic foundation that includes a degree in Economics, an MBA in International Trade, and a minor in Petroleum Economics from Lagos State University, Ojo. His reporting blends rigorous research with a keen eye for hidden truths, delivering stories that illuminate power, policy, and the forces shaping everyday lives.
