Najib may serve remainder of sentence under house arrest with RM50mil fine

Under the terms of the conditional pardon, Najib Razak would be permitted to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest, with the arrangement set to conclude on August 23, 2028. The pardon is not automatic and requires the former leader to meet the financial condition imposed as part of the agreement.

The conditional pardon represents a significant development in Najib's legal situation, offering an alternative to continued imprisonment. House arrest would allow him to remain at his residence while completing the outstanding portion of his sentence, subject to conditions that typically include restrictions on movement and monitoring.

The August 2028 date marks the end of Najib's sentence term. The RM50 million fine requirement stands as the principal condition for activating the house arrest provision, placing responsibility on the former prime minister to satisfy this financial obligation.

This conditional arrangement follows Najib's earlier conviction on charges related to the 1MDB scandal. The pardon, while conditional, provides an alternative pathway to serving out the remainder of his sentence outside the prison system, contingent on compliance with the stipulated terms.