Nigeria, Oct. 29 -- President Bola Tinubu has commuted the death sentence of Maryam Sanda, who was convicted in 2020 for killing her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, during a domestic dispute.

The decision was announced on Wednesday by the President's Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

According to Mr Onanuga, Ms Sanda's sentence was reduced to 12 years' imprisonment on compassionate grounds, citing her good conduct, reformation, and the need to consider the welfare of her children.

In the statement, Mr Onanuga said, "Following consultations with the Council of State and public opinion on the matter, the President directed a further review of the initially approved list for consideration in furtherance of the President...