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Madonna is paying for an official from Malawi's adoption ministry to study for a degree at a UK university, it has been revealed.
Willard Manjolo began a science social work degree at Swansea University in September after the singer agreed to fund his living expenses and tuition fees, the Mail on Sunday has reported.
The news has apparently reignited the controversy over the singer's adoption of Malawian baby David Banda last year. Lawyer Justin Dzodzi told the paper: "The entire circumstances surrounding the case need to be re-examined and this latest disclosure is something we would wish to bring before the courts."
Manjolo admitted the star paid for his work, which will help him train social workers on his return, and said he planned to thank her in the forward of his dissertation. However, he said there was no corruption in the case.
"It is unfortunate if people use their wealth to manipulate events, but I don't think it happened in this case. Her application was considered on merit," he explained. "If it is in the best interests of the child, people should not argue about it.
"This child is being given an opportunity. But you must adhere to the professional requirements to avoid child trafficking."
