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- Removal of Maryam Sanda from Pardon List
- Official Statement from the President's Adviser
- Removal of Severe Crime Convicts
- Reduction of Previous Pardons
The name of Maryam Sanda, who was sentenced to death in 2020 for the culpable homicide of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, has been struck from the pardon list by President Bola Tinubu.
This information was shared in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, on Wednesday.
As per the statement, Tinubu has mandated the exclusion of individuals convicted of serious offenses, including kidnapping, drug-related crimes, human trafficking, fraud, and the possession or trafficking of illegal firearms, from the pardon list.
Additionally, those who were previously pardoned under the old list have had their sentences commuted.
Further details will be provided shortly…
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Maryam Sanda removed from the pardon list?
Maryam Sanda was removed from the pardon list due to her conviction for the culpable homicide of her husband, which is considered a severe crime.
What types of crimes led to the removal of individuals from the pardon list?
Individuals convicted of severe crimes such as kidnapping, drug offenses, human trafficking, fraud, and illegal firearms possession or trafficking were removed from the pardon list.
What happened to those who were previously pardoned?
Individuals who were previously pardoned under the old list have had their sentences reduced.
