Patience jonathan latest news
Patience Jonathan, the wife of former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, has been involved in several controversies and legal issues in recent years. Here are some of the latest news updates about her:
- Forfeiture of $15.5 million: In 2020, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the forfeiture of $15.5 million found in Patience Jonathan's bank account to the Nigerian government. The money was allegedly stolen from the country's treasury during her husband's presidency.
- Money laundering charges: In 2019, Patience Jonathan was charged with money laundering and illegal possession of $5 million. She was accused of using the money to buy a property in Abuja.
- Court orders her to return $200,000: In 2020, a court ordered Patience Jonathan to return $200,000 found in her account to the Nigerian government. The money was allegedly stolen from the country's treasury.
- Forfeiture of N2.1 billion: In 2020, the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the forfeiture of N2.1 billion found in Patience Jonathan's account to the Nigerian government. The money was allegedly stolen from the country's treasury.
- Arrest and detention: In 2020, Patience Jonathan was arrested and detained by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of money laundering and illegal possession of funds.
- Release from detention: In 2020, Patience Jonathan was released from detention after spending several days in custody. She was granted bail and ordered to report to the EFCC every two weeks.
- Appeal against court orders: Patience Jonathan has appealed against several court orders, including the order to forfeit the $15.5 million and N2.1 billion found in her account.
These are some of the latest news updates about Patience Jonathan. It's worth noting that the Nigerian government has been investigating her and several other individuals over allegations of corruption and money laundering.