Ahmadu Fintiri, the executive governor of Adamawa State has pardoned six prison inmates serving various prison sentences across several correctional facilities in the state. The exercise was carried out in commemoration of the country’s 65th independence anniversary.
According to an official statement, the governor noted that their release was necessary as they have exhibited improvement in their behavior and conduct.
“Therefore, in the exercise of my prerogative of mercy as enshrined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and in line with the recommendations of the Adamawa State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, I have granted pardon to six persons who have served various jail terms and have significantly demonstrated good conduct over the years,” he said.
Those discharged include Wamari Godwin, Abraham Marksunil, David Paul, Ibrahim Adamu, Usman Inuwa and Sani Yahaya. The governor has given a direct order to the relevant authorities to give effect to the release.