Businessman Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Murder of His Wife in South Africa

 A United States lawmaker has welcomed the release of Christian farmer, Sunday Jackson, who spent several years on death row in Nigeria following a controversial conviction that drew local and international attention. The lawmaker, Congressman Chris Smith, described Jackson’s freedom as “a victory for justice and human dignity,” while praising the efforts of rights groups, legal advocates and faith leaders who persistently campaigned for his release.

Sunday Jackson, a farmer from southern Nigeria, was sentenced to death after a violent confrontation on his farm, a case that critics argued was poorly investigated and failed to fully consider self-defence claims. His prolonged stay on death row sparked outrage among Christian organisations and human rights activists, who maintained that Jackson was unfairly targeted and denied adequate legal protection.

Reacting to the development, Congressman Smith commended the intervention of Nigerian authorities, including Jackson’s legal team and senior government officials, for reviewing the case and allowing justice to prevail. He also urged continued reforms within Nigeria’s justice system to prevent similar cases in the future.

Family members of Sunday Jackson expressed relief and gratitude, describing his release as the end of a painful chapter. They also thanked churches, civil society groups and international partners whose voices helped bring global attention to the case.