Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has granted clemency to 130 inmates as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary.
The gesture was announced as the state joined other parts of the country in commemorating the October 1 celebration.
The beneficiaries comprise inmates serving various terms in correctional facilities across Plateau State. The pardon is expected to give those affected an opportunity to return to their communities and rebuild their lives...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
The governor’s decision forms part of broader efforts to use the prerogative of mercy to support rehabilitation and provide relief to deserving inmates.
The Independence Day gesture also highlights the importance of rehabilitation and reintegration within the correctional system, particularly for inmates who have demonstrated good conduct or met other conditions for consideration.
Nigeria marks its 66th year of independence on October 1, 2026, with celebrations taking place across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory.
The Plateau clemency initiative adds a humanitarian dimension to the anniversary celebrations, with the affected inmates expected to benefit from a fresh opportunity to begin the next chapter of their lives.
