Presidential Pardon: Atiku, El-Rufai, Others Kick As FG Grants Clemency To 175 Persons

Presidential Pardon: Reactions Trail Clemency for 175 Persons

On October 9, 2025, the Nigerian Council of State approved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's prerogative of mercy for 175 persons.

The decision followed earlier presentation by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), who presented President Tinubu's recommendations based on the report of the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy.

The move has sparked reactions from notable figures including Atiku and El-Rufai.

The Nigerian Council of State unanimously approved the exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy.

Author's summary: Nigeria's president grants clemency to 175 persons.

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