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French tycoon Bollore charged in Africa corruption probe: spokesman

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AFP Paris
Last Updated : Apr 26 2018 | 12:55 AM IST

Billionaire French industrialist Vincent Bollore was charged today over allegations his company helped two African leaders win elections in return for lucrative contracts, his spokesman said.

The spokesman did not confirm the precise charges against Bollore, one of France's most powerful businessmen, who was allowed to leave the courtroom near Paris after being detained yesterday.

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First Published: Apr 26 2018 | 12:55 AM IST

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