Alison‑Madueke: Nigerian Government and EFCC Must Explain to Citizens – Sambo

The Director of News at Arise Television, Sumner Sambo, has said that the Federal Government and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) owe Nigerians an explanation about what truly transpired in the trial of former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison‑Madueke.

Sambo made the statement on Wednesday during a guest appearance on “Prime Time,” a program on Arise Television.

His remarks followed a London court’s decision to discharge and acquit Alison‑Madueke of all charges after an 11‑year legal battle.

He noted that it was positive that Alison‑Madueke had asserted her innocence and received justice.

“The Federal Government and the EFCC owe Nigerians an explanation of what really happened,” he said. “This is the same case in which they previously informed the public that they had recovered certain assets and valuables. They now need to clarify what has changed and why the outcome appears different. It is important for them to explain whether relevant facts were properly presented to the British authorities and why a different conclusion may have been reached,” he added.