Friday, March, 20 2026 - Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has granted a state pardon to 12 convicted inmates ahead of the Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
The governor’s decision was announced in a statement signed
by the State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barrister Bello
Fanini, and made available to journalists on Thursday in Dutse, the state
capital.
According to the statement, the pardon followed the
recommendation of the Jigawa State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of
Mercy, in line with Section 5(1) of the relevant law.
It added that the decision was executed under Section 212(1)
of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended).
The pardoned inmates are 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.
Fanini said the gesture underscored the government’s
commitment to fostering goodwill and promoting peace.
“This act of mercy reflects our government’s dedication to
reconciliation and reintegration,” he said.
He urged the beneficiaries to maintain good behaviour and
avoid actions that could lead them back into conflict with the law.
“We expect them to reciprocate this gesture by being
law-abiding citizens,” he added.
Fanini further explained that the pardon was aimed at
promoting reconciliation and reintegration, expressing hope that the
beneficiaries would contribute positively to society.
He also noted that the government would support their
reintegration, including providing assistance to help them resettle.
The commissioner called on members of the public to accept
the pardoned inmates and support their return to society.
“We urge the community to welcome them and support their
reintegration,” he said.
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