In a landmark ruling yesterday, the High Court of Jozan sentenced Maria Kintu, the wife of the director of Jozan International School, to life imprisonment without parole for the pre‑meditated killing of five‑year‑old twin siblings, Aisha and Yusuf. The verdict follows a year‑long investigation that uncovered a web of abuse, falsified school records, and a failed attempt to cover up the crime. Prosecutors presented forensic evidence linking Kintu to the crime scene, while defense attorneys argued that she suffered from severe mental distress. The judge, Justice Lila Nanyonga, rejected the plea for leniency, stating that “the sanctity of a child’s life cannot be compromised for any personal grievance.” The sentencing has sparked nationwide protests demanding stricter child‑protection laws and greater oversight of private educational institutions.
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