The Kwara State Government, through the office of PRAWA (Partners West Africa Justice Project), has granted pardons to 23 inmates in the Umuahia Custodial Center.
PRAWA is a non-governmental organization that focuses on human rights advocacy and legal aid services. In collaboration with the Kwara State Government, they have facilitated the release of several inmates by securing their pardons. Among these 23 individuals were 10 who had the option of paying a fine instead of serving out their sentences, and an additional 30 including 4 juveniles.
These pardons were granted as part of ongoing efforts to address overcrowding in custodial centers and to provide opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration into society for those who have served their time. The specific dates for these releases are not mentioned in the provided text.
