Jakarta governor Ahok found guilty of blasphemy

The outgoing governor of Jakarta has been sentenced to two years in prison for blasphemy and inciting violence.

Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, also known as Ahok, is an ethnic Chinese and Christian. The case was seen as a test of Indonesia's religious tolerance.

He was accused of insulting



Islam by referring to a verse in the Koran during a campaign speech.

Mr Purnama has denied blasphemy and plans to appeal. He was taken into custody after the verdict was read out.

His deputy Djarot Saiful Hidayat will take over his duties until his term ends in October.