Plateau governor pardons 130 inmates and reduces four death sentences
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has granted absolute pardons to 130 inmates and commuted four death sentences to life imprisonment. The decision, announced during Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary, followed consultations with the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, according to the governor’s spokesperson.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has granted absolute pardons to 130 inmates and commuted the death sentences of four other inmates to life imprisonment. The decision formed part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence anniversary, according to a statement issued on Thursday by the governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere. The governor exercised the powers after consultations with the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, the statement said.
The four inmates whose sentences were reduced are Zuhumnan Musa, Jeremiah Aese, Pam Lang and Thoma Danboyi. Those granted absolute pardon include Kamshine Gomerep, Maju Sajen, Jan Thomas, Gody Victor, Imran Maikasuwa, Biplang Emmanuel, Peace Sunday, Salisu Usman and Geoffrey John. The statement did not provide further details about the cases or the conditions surrounding the pardons.
Mutfwang announced the decision while sending Independence Day greetings to Plateau residents and Nigerians in the country and abroad. He said the anniversary was an opportunity to reflect on Nigeria’s history, honour sacrifices made by earlier leaders and recognise the challenges still facing the country. The governor said citizens should renew their commitment to building a stronger and more united nation.
He described nation-building as a responsibility passed from one generation to another and said every citizen had a role in creating a peaceful, stable and prosperous country. Mutfwang also urged Nigerians to preserve national unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. He said the country’s strength depended on citizens rising above their differences and remaining committed to national cohesion.
He praised President Bola Tinubu’s efforts towards national cohesion, peace and economic development, and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a Plateau where residents could pursue their aspirations in an atmosphere of peace, security, justice and inclusive development.
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