Osun gov pardons man sentenced to death by hanging for stealing fowl

Ademola Adeleke, the Osun State Governor, has ordered a full investigation into a case of a young man reportedly sentenced to death by hanging for stealing a fowl.

Adeleke, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, on Tuesday evening, ordered the State’s Attorney-General to intervene and ensure the young man is listed for the prerogative of mercy before the end of the year.

“I have read about the case. I recognise the separation of powers in our democracy. In this particular case, I have directed the Commissioner for Justice to initiate processes to grant a prerogative of mercy to the young man.

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“Osun is a land of justice and equity. We must ensure fairness and protection of the sanctity of lives.

“I assure the public that the matter is receiving my direct attention. A sense of urgency is also attached to our response to the matter as a responsible state government,” the governor was quoted as saying.

Source: LEADERSHIP