Kleptocracy

US Moves To Seize $140 Mn From Nigerian Oil Corruption

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US officials said Friday they plan to confiscate $144 million in corruption-tainted assets of Nigerian oil executives found in the United States including an $80 million yacht the “Galactica Star.” The yacht and a $50 million condominium overlooking New York’s famed Central Park were among the riches tied to dirty contracts awarded by Nigeria’s former … Read more

Nigerian Group Requests $500 Million From Trump Administration

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The rancorous reign of the 45th US President faces a fresh controversy. A Nigerian economic and social rights group has written to the White House demanding the return of $500 million of stolen funds, which it claims are being held by the US. “(We urge) the administration to attach and release to Nigeria some $500 … Read more