The payments, the court heard, included wages for a housekeeper, nanny, gardener and window cleaner at the former minister’s property. According to prosecutors, the benefits formed part of a wider pattern of inducements allegedly offered in exchange for favourable treatment on oil and gas contracts. “She was provided with a life of luxury in the United Kingdom,” the prosecutor said, adding that Alison-Madueke allegedly enjoyed the use of multimillion-pound properties, a chauffeur-driven car, private jet travel and £100,000 in cash. The court was also told that about £4.6m was spent refurbishing properties in London and Buckinghamshire allegedly linked to her use. “Those interested in the award and retention of lucrative oil and gas contracts provided significant financial and other advantages to Alison-Madueke.