From Abdullahi Idris, Dutse
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State, has granted a state pardon to 12 convicted inmates as an act of compassion and mercy, reflecting the spirit of Ramadan and the forthcoming Eid-al-Fitr celebrations.
The pardon, announced by State Attorney General, Bello Fanini, aims to promote reconciliation, reintegration, and goodwill within the community.
The beneficiaries of the pardon include Ibrahim Adamu Isa, Sa’idu Umar, Adamu Musa, Habibu Musa, Yusuf Ahmed, Shu’aibu Adamu, Abdullahi Ya’u, Yahaya Jana’u, Abdul Hamisu, Garba Miko, Salisu Isa, and Aliyu Ibrahim, who demonstrated good conduct while in custody and had only a few months left to complete their sentences.
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The decision follows the recommendation of the Jigawa State Advisory Council of Prerogative of Mercy, as outlined in Section 5(1) of the Advisory Council of Prerogative of Mercy Law, Cap A2, Laws of Jigawa State 2012.
The pardon was executed under the powers conferred by Section 212(1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended) and aims to promote reconciliation and reintegration into society.
Barrister Fanini emphasised that this gesture of mercy underscores the commitment of the Jigawa State Government to foster goodwill and promote peace within the community. He therefore urge the pardoned inmates to reciprocate the gesture by maintaining the good behavior they demonstrated during their time in detention and to avoid any further legal infractions.
“Those pardoned exhibited good behavior and have only a few months remaining to complete their sentences,” the Commissioner stated.
