Lafia: Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has granted pardon to 32 inmates serving various jail terms in custodial centres across the state.
The governor announced the gesture during a visit to the Lafia Custodial Centre as part of activities marking his 66th birthday. He urged the beneficiaries to live responsibly and reintegrate smoothly into society, stressing the need to justify the mercy extended to them.
Sule explained that the exercise was carried out in fulfilment of his constitutional responsibility, following recommendations by the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy. He commended the council members for their diligence and integrity in reviewing the cases.
The State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Isaac Danladi, described the pardon as a step toward strengthening the justice system.
He noted that the action was taken in line with Sections 212 (1) and (2) of the 1999 Constitution, underscoring the governor’s belief in rehabilitation, restorative justice, and second chances for deserving citizens.