Osun Gov pardons man sentenced to death for stealing chicken
The Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has pardoned Segun Olowookere, who was sentenced to death by hanging for stealing a chicken and eggs in 2010.
According to a statement released on Thursday, Adeleke gave the prerogative of mercy to 35 convicts, including Olowookere.
The Informant247 reports that the Osun State Governor had 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, released, ordered the Attorney-General of the State to intervene in the matter and ensure the young man is listed for the prerogative of mercy before the end of the year.
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“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.
“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.
