Zulum Marks Democracy Day with Freedom, Food, Hope for Borno Inmates

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By Abdullahi Inuwa 

In a symbolic gesture to commemorate Democracy Day 2025, Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has granted full and partial pardons to 66 inmates at the Maiduguri Maximum Custodial Centre. The governor also converted several death sentences to life imprisonment and reduced jail terms for other convicts.

Speaking during a visit to the facility on Thursday, Governor Zulum said the move was guided by the recommendations of the state’s Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy, in accordance with Section 212 of Nigeria’s Constitution.



“As part of the Democracy Day activities and based on constitutional provisions and expert advice, I have approved clemency for 66 inmates. Some will walk free, others will see their sentences reduced, including those on death row whose punishments have been commuted to life imprisonment,” Zulum said.

Beyond the pardons, the governor announced a plan to upgrade the correctional facility’s vocational and educational programs. He directed the state’s Ministry of Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation to partner with the prison management in boosting literacy, numeracy, and digital skills training for inmates.



“I have instructed the relevant ministry to ensure that the training centre within this facility is strengthened to equip inmates with skills that can help them reintegrate into society successfully,” he said.

In a show of compassion, Governor Zulum donated 300 bags of rice, 50 jerrycans of cooking oil, and five cows to the prison. Additionally, each of the 1,280 inmates received a cash donation of N20,000 — to be managed by the custodial centre in line with operational protocols.

“This money will be kept by the authorities here and disbursed to you responsibly when necessary,” the governor clarified.

He also encouraged the inmates to embrace reform and uphold peaceful conduct, reminding them that their choices within the facility could influence their future outside of it.

Reacting to the governor’s visit and generosity, Borno State Controller of the Nigeria Correctional Service, Ahmed Bawa, expressed deep appreciation. “Governor Zulum’s support is unprecedented. From his earlier donation of 100 bags of rice and 10 bulls in May to today’s visit, his concern for the welfare of inmates is unmatched,” Bawa said.

Representing the inmates, Daniel Simon, the Sarki of the facility, praised the governor for his kindness and inclusive governance. “We never thought the benefits of democracy would reach us here, but today, thanks to Professor Zulum, we feel seen, heard, and valued,” he said.

The governor’s gesture is seen as a powerful message of hope and rehabilitation, underscoring his administration’s commitment to justice, compassion, and reintegration.

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