The federal government on Wednesday inaugurated a 12-member Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy (PACPM)...
The federal government has inaugurated a 12-member presidential advisory committee on the prerogative of mercy tasked with recommending individuals eligible for pardons from criminal convictions.
“In the spirit of the renewed hope agenda of Mr. President, the prerogative of mercy is, therefore, a vital component of a just and compassionate society, providing a safeguard against injustice and promoting rehabilitation and human rights,” Akume said during the committee’s inauguration. “Other members include the permanent secretary for special duties and governmental affairs, representatives from the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Correctional Service, National Human Rights Commission, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs , and the Christian Association of Nigeria .
“Already, my office has been inundated with applications for presidential pardon and clemency,” the AGF said.
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