Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has granted pardon to ten inmates nearing the end of their sentences as part of his prerogative of mercy.
This was disclosed by the Chairman of the Edo State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, Hon. Justice P.O. Isibor (Rtd).
Justice Isibor noted that the council received a request from the Benin Correctional Service, which, on November 5, 2024, sent a letter requesting clemency for the identified inmates.
The request, which was submitted by the Controller of the Correctional Centre, stressed that the inmates were approaching the completion of their sentences and that a pardon could provide them with a fresh start.
Justice Isibor said, “The Council convened a meeting where their applications were scrutinized and unanimously made appropriate recommendations,” Justice Isibor explained. Mr. Governor is respectfully invited to consider and approve the recommendations of the Council.”
Following the recommendation, Governor Obaseki approved the release of the ten inmates, identified as Igwe Kelechukwu, Esazobor Ohioze, Gift Osaretun, Takyi Rockson, Dikuar Friday, Ossai Glory, Augustine Sunday, Daulagha Ebifagha Godluck, James Paul, and Anas Isah.
EDO: Obaseki Grants Pardon To 10 Inmates is first published on The Whistler Newspaper