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A teen in Nigeria had his 10-year sentence for a blasphemy conviction overturned, according to his lawyer.
Nigeria teen had his blasphemy conviction overturned on appeal
(Photo : Kola Alapinni/ Twitter Screenshot)
Nigeria Court Acquits a Teen Sentenced for 10 Years in Prison Due to Blasphemy Freedom! Omar Farouq Bashir (The Minor) is released after 11 months in prison custody. He is grateful to everyone who fought for him
Omar Farouq s sentence was set aside by the Kano State High Court s appellate division because he did not have any legal representation during his first trial, Kola Alapinni, Omar s counsel, told CNN.