The Supreme Court of Somalia has started hearing the appeal of Sayid-Ali Moalin Daud, who was sentenced to death for the murder of his wife, Lul Sheikh Abdiaziz, in January 2024. Daud was convicted by the Mogadishu regional court for intentionally killing his pregnant wife by setting her on fire. The case has drawn national attention, highlighting issues of domestic violence and the integrity of Somalia’s judicial process.

Daud’s defense team argues that the original trial was flawed due to procedural and judicial errors, claiming that critical evidence and testimonies were not adequately considered. These alleged errors, they argue, could have led to a miscarriage of justice, making the Supreme Court’s review essential to ensure a fair trial and verdict.

Public opinion remains split, with some supporting the death penalty while others question the fairness of the legal proceedings. The Supreme Court’s decision in this case is expected to set an important precedent for future cases and will be closely watched as a reflection of Somalia’s progress toward a just and reliable legal system.

The Supreme Court of Somalia has started hearing the appeal of Sayid-Ali Moalin Daud, who was sentenced to death for the murder of his wife, Lul Sheikh Abdiaziz, in January 2024. Daud was convicted by the Mogadishu regional court for intentionally killing his pregnant wife by setting her on fire. The case has drawn national attention, highlighting issues of domestic violence and the integrity of Somalia’s judicial process.

Daud’s defense team argues that the original trial was flawed due to procedural and judicial errors, claiming that critical evidence and testimonies were not adequately considered. These alleged errors, they argue, could have led to a miscarriage of justice, making the Supreme Court’s review essential to ensure a fair trial and verdict.

Public opinion remains split, with some supporting the death penalty while others question the fairness of the legal proceedings. The Supreme Court’s decision in this case is expected to set an important precedent for future cases and will be closely watched as a reflection of Somalia’s progress toward a just and reliable legal system.