Nigeria @ 66 : Uba Sani grants clemency to 27 prisoners
The statement quoted the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Sir James Kanyip, as saying that the latest exercise is part of the Governor’s practice of extending mercy to deserving inmates on national occasions.
The statement said the payment of fines and compensation is also intended to give the clemency a restorative justice dimension by addressing barriers to the release of deserving inmates while recognising the interests of victims.
According to the statement, the government remains committed to a justice system that protects society, respects victims’ interests and gives deserving individuals an opportunity to become responsible and productive members of their communities.
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