Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has granted state pardon to 43 inmates serving jail terms in various correctional centres across the state. The pardon, which was announced on Monday, coincided with his inauguration and reflected his commitment to promoting reformative justice in Ondo State. Out of the 43 inmates, eight were released immediately, while … Read more
In a move that has ignited widespread debate across political, legal, and technological circles, former President Donald Trump has granted a full and unconditional pardon to Ross William Ulbricht, the founder of the notorious dark web marketplace, Silk Road. The announcement, made on Trump’s Truth Social platform, has sent shockwaves across the globe as it … Read more
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the Federal Government to prioritize skill acquisition programs for inmates across Nigeria. His remarks, posted on his social media on Thursday, followed his recent visit to the Nigerian Correctional Centre in Onitsha, where he witnessed firsthand the positive impact of rehabilitation programs aimed at preparing inmates for … Read more
In a historic move, President Joe Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates, replacing their death penalties with life imprisonment without parole. This sweeping decision underscores Biden’s commitment to ending capital punishment at the federal level, a stance he has championed since his campaign. However, the measure excludes three inmates whose … Read more