Business / Economics

Petroleum Fraud Case Expands to 71 Charges

today15 July, 2025

Background

 

The National Petroleum Corporation corruption saga has deepened, with the number of charges now standing at 71. NewsOnOne’s Envaalde Matheus reports that the state is firmly opposing bail for nine accused, citing risks they might abscond, tamper with evidence or derail further arrests. The alleged fraud has rocked the sector, involving a staggering N$480 million.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen