Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has granted pardon to six prison inmates in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary.

The governor said the inmates demonstrated significant improvement in behaviour and conduct, which informed his decision to exercise the constitutional prerogative of mercy.

He said he acted in line with recommendations from the Adamawa State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy.

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In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Governor Fintiri directed the immediate discharge of the inmates and ordered the relevant authorities to give effect to the decision.

Those released include Samaritan Godwin, Abraham Marks On of the Medium Security Custodial Centre Mubi, David Paul of the Satellite Custodial Facility Maiha, Abraham Markaunil of the Medium Correctional Centre Numan, Ibra Adviso of the Medium Security Custodial Centre Yola, and Usman Inuwa of the Satellite Custodial Facility Ganye.

The governor said the action symbolised hope and renewed opportunity for the discharged inmates as the nation marked its independence anniversary.