Diezani Alison-Madueke, says she is battling
cancer.
It was however not clear what kind of cancer she
has, but most times women are hit by breast or
ovarian cancer.
Diezani who is being investigated by UK's National
Crime Agency (NCA) for alleged corruption, has
called on Nigerians to support her with prayers.
Speaking through Oscar Onwudiwe, her family's
lawyer, the ex-minister, said she was undergoing
cancer treatment in the UK and "hopes to come out
strong to face all the allegations".
"The Madueke family, like most other families, has
its own challenges. For instance, Mrs. Diezani
Alison-Madueke has been receiving treatment for
cancer in the UK which started while she was in
office," Onwudiwe said in statement.
"She completed months of chemotherapy just last
week and she is scheduled to undergo surgery next
week in London.
"The family has been bearing this challenge with
prayers and as much grace and fortitude as
possible; and would plead with all reasonable
Nigerians to pray for her recovery so that she can
face these allegations and give account of her
stewardship.
