By Tunde Olamilekan
In commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has granted amnesty to 36 convicts currently serving sentences at the Nigerian Correctional Service facilities in Ilesa and Ile-Ife.
This was disclosed in a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday.
According to the statement, the amnesty followed the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy.
The statement added that beneficiaries of the amnesty included men and women convicted mostly of minor offences such as stealing and conspiracy, many of whom had served substantial portions of their sentences.
Adeleke emphasized that the decision reflects the spirit of compassion, justice, and renewal which Nigeria’s Independence Day represents
“As a government of the people, we remain committed to upholding justice while extending mercy to deserving citizens. This amnesty is not only a gesture of freedom but also a call for true rehabilitation, reintegration, and a fresh start for these individuals,” the Governor said.
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