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Gov Lawal pardons 31 inmates

...visits Gusau Medium Custodial Centre

Adejayan Gbenga Gsong by Adejayan Gbenga Gsong
October 19, 2024
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  • Says inmates convicted of various crimes were pardoned to encourage their transformation into law-abiding citizens

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has released 31 inmates who were serving their terms at the Nigerian Correctional Service facility in Gusau, the state capital.

On Friday, the governor visited the Gusau Medium Custodial Centre, where he signed to pardon the inmates in accordance with Nigeria’s Constitution.

A statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the decision was made after a careful investigation of the inmates’ records.

The statement added that the constitution allows governors to reduce sentences and pardon inmates.

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During his remarks at the event, Governor Lawal said inmates convicted of various crimes were pardoned to encourage their transformation into law-abiding citizens.

“Today, I am exercising the power granted by Section 212(1) of Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution to show mercy to inmates, which aims to alleviate the hardships and psychological distress of imprisonment.

“The decision was made after thoroughly examining the prisoners’ records, which confirmed their genuine remorse.

“Furthermore, I have approved a gift of N50,000 to each pardoned inmate to support their reintegration into society.

“This is an effort by my administration to reduce the overcrowding in correctional centers, especially at this time when we are making arrests of suspected bandits and informants.”

After inspecting the facility, Governor Lawal promised to provide all necessary assistance for the Gusau Correctional Centre.

Earlier, Umar Galadima, the Comptroller of Corrections, Zamfara Command, praised Governor Lawal for his visit and decision to grant mercy to inmates.

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