Lagos – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has approved the release of 49 from various correctional facilities across the State.
The inmates were granted pardon on the recommendation of the state Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy.
Their release order was signed by the governor on May 26, 2023.
The pardon is pursuant to the provisions of Section 212 (1) (2) of the 1999 Constitution of The Federal Republic of Nigeria (As amended).
The Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy said its recommendations followed due diligence in its deliberation of the applications in line with the applicable guidelines, the information provided by the correctional authorities, the nature of the offence, period of incarceration, age, health and also the behavioural conduct of the inmates.
The approval for the release of the inmates is also in line with the commitment of Mr. Governor to decongest correctional facilities in Lagos State as part of the Justice Sector Reform.(LSMO/vitalnewsngr.com)
