Independence Anniversary: Governor pardons inmates, commutes death sentences

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Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang granted absolute pardon to 130 inmates as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary Caleb Mutfwang The post Independence Anniversary: Governor pardons inmates, commutes death sentences appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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