Pardons board to deliberate Najib’s clemency bid this week?
Sources say the Federal Territories Pardons Board will consider the former prime minister’s application but it is unclear whether a decision will be made.
Federal Territories Pardons Board (FTPB) is expected to deliberate former Prime Minister Najib Razak's clemency bid this week, according to sources. Najib's application to serve the remainder of his six-year jail term in the SRC International case under house arrest was dismissed by High Court judge Alice Loke last December. Pakatan Harapan (PH) has reiterated that those convicted of corruption or abuse of power should serve their full sentences.
The board may consider allowing Najib to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest, although it is unclear if the option will be discussed at the meeting. PH supports the Madani government's efforts to combat corruption and leakages, stating that convicted individuals must fully serve their sentences, avoiding any perception of influence.
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