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Lawyer and human rights advocate, Maxwell Opara, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s pardon list is surrounded by secrecy.
Opara made this remark on Friday during an interview on Arise Television, which was monitored by DAILY POST. He emphasized that the public deserves transparency regarding such matters.
He also mentioned that the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, should apologize and resign due to the negligence and incompetence associated with the list.
“If Nigerians had not protested, he would have allowed the president to sign the list without adequate scrutiny. Everything was concealed in secrecy.
“The list should be made available to the public, allowing them the opportunity to provide their input,” he remarked.
His comments come a few days after
DAILY POST reported that a statement from AGF Fagbemi indicated that four Nigerians who were sentenced to death have had their sentences commuted to life imprisonment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Maxwell Opara say about the pardon list?
Maxwell Opara stated that the pardon list is shrouded in secrecy and emphasized the need for transparency.
What actions does Opara suggest for the Attorney-General?
Opara suggested that the Attorney-General, Lateef Fagbemi, should apologize and resign due to negligence and incompetence regarding the pardon list.
What recent development was mentioned regarding death sentences?
It was reported that four Nigerians sentenced to death had their sentences reduced to life imprisonment.
