A young Nigerian man who was sentenced to death by hanging for stealing a fowl in Osun State has been granted a state pardon.
The development was announced by Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, through a statement on his official X account on Wednesday.
Governor Adeleke disclosed that he had ordered a full investigation into the case and directed the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to commence the process of granting the young man a prerogative of mercy.
“I have received the report of a case of a young man reportedly sentenced to death by hanging in Osun State for stealing a fowl. Consequently, I have directed the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Osun State, to commence full investigation into the matter and initiate processes to grant prerogative of mercy to the young man,” Adeleke said.
The governor stated that Osun State is committed to justice, equity, and the sanctity of human life.
“Osun is a land of justice and equity and must ensure fairness and protection of the sanctity of lives. I assure members of the public that this matter is receiving my direct attention with every sense of urgency also attached to our response to the matter,” he added.
The governor’s intervention has drawn widespread attention, underscoring his commitment to fairness and justice in governance.
