Full list of those pardoned by President Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally signed three legal instruments granting clemency, commutation of sentences, and presidential pardons to 34 individuals, in the exercise of his constitutional powers under Section 175 (1) and (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).

According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the move follows consultations with the Council of State and takes into account public opinion on the matter.

The president’s review led to the removal of individuals convicted of serious offences such as kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud, and unlawful possession of firearms from the list of beneficiaries. Tinubu explained that the decision reflects the administration’s sensitivity to the feelings of victims and the need to strengthen national security and public confidence in law enforcement.

The approved lists, signed on October 21, 2025, have been transmitted to the Nigerian Correctional Service for implementation.

Full List of Beneficiaries

Instrument of Presidential Prerogative of Mercy (Grant of Clemency), 2025

1. Oroka Michael Chibueze
3. Adesanya Olufemi Paul
5. Daniel Bodunwa
7. Hamza Abubakar
9. Buhari Sani
11. Mohammed Musa
13. Muharazu Abubakar
15. Ibrahim Yusuf
17. Saad Ahmed Madaki
19. Ex-Corporal Michael Bawa
21. Richard Ayuba
23. Adam Abubakar
25. Emmanuel Yusuf
27. Chinedu Stanley
29. Johnny Ntheru Udor

Instrument of Presidential Prerogative of Mercy (Commutation of Death Sentence to Life Imprisonment), 2025

1. Emmanuel Baba
3. Abubakar Usman
5. Khalifa Umar
7. Mohammed Umar

Instrument of Presidential Prerogative of Mercy (Grant of Pardon), 2025

1. Mrs Anastasia Daniel Nwaobia
3. Barr. Hussaini Alhaji Umar
5. Ayinla Saadu Alanamu
7. Hon. Farouk M. Lawan
9. Herbert Macaulay
11. Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa
13. Ken Saro-Wiwa
15. Saturday Dobee
17. Nordu Eawo
19. Daniel Gbooko
21. Paul Levera
23. Felix Nuale
25. Baribor Bera
27. Barinem Kiobel
29. John Kpuine

President Tinubu also approved the relocation of the Secretariat of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Prerogative of Mercy from the Federal Ministry of Special Duties to the Federal Ministry of Justice, directing the Attorney-General of the Federation to issue new guidelines for future exercises.

The president emphasized that future reviews will involve mandatory consultation with relevant prosecuting agencies, ensuring that only those who meet legal and procedural criteria benefit from the presidential prerogative of mercy.

Tinubu expressed appreciation to Nigerians for their feedback on the clemency process and reiterated his administration’s commitment to justice sector reforms and improving judicial efficiency in the country.