The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media
platforms spanning newspaper print
operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a
leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national
and international interest.
Two convicted Iranian terrorists whose stay in Kenyan prisons was beset by controversy were quietly freed and deported to their country two weeks ago.
Ahmad Abolfathi Mohammad and Sayed Mansour Mousavi were finally released from Kamiti Maximum Prison on September 9 amid doubts whether their sentence had lapsed.
Sources claimed the pair, arrested in 2012, were released on clemency but a lawyer who was involved in their arduous search for justice, Ahmednasir Abdullahi, told The Standard they had completed their sentence.
Facts First
Unlock bold, fearless reporting, exclusive stories, investigations, and in-depth analysis with The Standard INSiDER subscription.
Already have an account? Login
join