death sentence

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Presidential assent is required before any death sentence is carried out in Nigeria.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

In 2024, the judiciary commuted Zanjani’s death sentence to 20 years in prison, saying he had cooperated in returning the assets he owed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

For many years, the illness was considered a death sentence, with a five-year survival rate of just 25 percent.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

“I received a death sentence from the regime,” he said, as calmly as others might say they got a parking ticket.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

Yes, everyone in the districts will be watching me to see how I handle this death sentence, this final act of President Snow’s dominance.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins