corruption

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Senegal's government responded by calling for an investigation into "suspected corruption" at Caf, a claim rebuffed by the governing body's president, Patrice Motsepe, who has been at pains to point out the appeal board's independence.

From BBC

As prime minister, he charted a pragmatic economic course and sought to stamp out corruption.

From Barron's

That period spans the rule of Hugo Chávez and his successor Maduro, during which mismanagement, corruption and sanctions took their toll.

From BBC

Following allegations of corruption linked to the awarding of the contract, a dozen senior police officers have been formally charged over their role in the deal, which has since been cancelled.

From BBC

Cooke himself was accused of corruption and at one point barred from government work.

From Barron's