KUALA LUMPUR: The Pardons Board has decided to commute convicted former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib’s jail term from 12 years to six.
According to a statement by the board, Najib will be released on Aug 23, 2028 and the fine has been reduced to RM50mil from RM210mil.
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