Maryam Sanda pardon sparks outrage over husband’s murder

'You've reopened painful wounds' - Slain husband’s family slams Tinubu’s pardon for Sanda

The family of Bilyaminu Bello has expressed strong condemnation over the presidential pardon granted to his wife, Maryam Sanda, who was convicted of his murder. In a statement, the family described the decision as a significant injustice, stating that it has reopened painful wounds that had barely healed.

Maryam Sanda was convicted by the FCT High Court on January 27, 2020, for the premeditated murder of her husband. The conviction was subsequently upheld by the Court of Appeal on December 4, 2020, and later affirmed by the Supreme Court on October 27, 2023. The family had found some solace in the judgments, which they believed had provided a measure of closure.

However, the recent pardon granted to Sanda under the Prerogative of Mercy principle has sparked outrage from the family. They argue that the decision is a miscarriage of justice, particularly given that Sanda had shown no remorse for her actions. The family noted that the court’s judgment had provided some sense of closure, but the pardon has now undone that.

President Bola Tinubu’s decision to include Sanda among the 175 inmates recently pardoned has been met with criticism from the family. They believe that the pardon undermines the justice system and fails to acknowledge the severity of the crime committed. The family’s statement highlighted the pain and suffering they have endured since Bilyaminu’s death, and they emphasized that the pardon has reopened old wounds.

The case has sparked significant public interest, with many following the developments closely. The pardon granted to Maryam Sanda has raised questions about the application of the Prerogative of Mercy principle and its potential implications for the justice system. As the family continues to come to terms with the latest development, they have reiterated their commitment to seeking justice and ensuring that the memory of Bilyaminu Bello is honored.

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