*GOVERNOR MUTFWANG FELICITATES PLATEAU CITIZENS, NIGERIANS ON 66TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY, EXPRESSES HOPE FOR A BETTER NIGERIA
The Executive Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Esq., has joined political associates, friends, well-wishers and patriotic Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora to celebrate the 66th Independence Anniversary of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, October 1, 2026.
In a goodwill message marking the anniversary, Governor Mutfwang described the occasion as a significant moment for Nigerians to reflect on the nation’s journey since independence, honour the sacrifices of past leaders, acknowledge the challenges confronting the nation, celebrate its achievements and renew their collective faith in the promise of a stronger, united and prosperous Nigeria.
Governor Mutfwang urged Nigerians to honour the legacy of the founding fathers by preserving the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Nigeria, stressing that the responsibility of nation-building has passed from one generation to another and that every citizen has a role to play in building a peaceful, stable and prosperous country.
Governor Mutfwang reaffirm that Nigeria’s strength lies in the collective determination of its citizens to rise above differences and build a nation in which every citizen has a sense of belonging and an opportunity to fulfil his or her aspirations.
He acknowledged the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in sustaining the unity and stability of the country and in advancing the Nigerian project. He commended the President’s continued emphasis on national cohesion, peace, economic development and the collective responsibility of Nigerians to build a stronger nation.
The Governor reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to building a Plateau State where citizens can pursue their aspirations in an atmosphere of peace, security, justice and inclusive development.
He commended the people of Plateau State for their resilience, patience, patriotism and invaluable contributions to the development of the State and the nation, urging them to keep faith in the Nigerian project despite the challenges confronting the nation.
In exercising the powers conferred upon him by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as amended, Governor Mutfwang after due consultation with the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, has granted absolute pardon to 130 inmates, while four inmates serving death sentence had their sentences reduced to life imprisonment.
On behalf of the Government and the peace-loving people of Plateau State, Governor Mutfwang wished Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora a peaceful, meaningful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary.
He urged all citizens to continue to believe in Nigeria and contribute their quota towards building a nation worthy of the sacrifices of its heroes past and the aspirations of generations yet unborn.
Gyang Bere, PhD
Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Executive Governor of Plateau State
October 1, 2026
PREROGATIVE OF MERCY 2026
1. Zuhumnan Musa — Life Imprisonment
2. Jeremiah Aese — Life Imprisonment
3. Pam Lang — Life Imprisonment
4. Thoma Danboyi — Life Imprisonment
5. Kamshine Gomerep — Absolute Pardon
6. Maju Sajen — Absolute Pardon
7. Jan Thomas — Absolute Pardon
8. Gody Victor — Absolute Pardon
9. Imran Maikasuwa — Absolute Pardon
10. Biplang Emmanuel — Absolute Pardon
11. Peace Sunday — Absolute Pardon
12. Salisu Usman — Absolute Pardon
13. Geoffrey john — Absolute Pardon
14. Shwarpo Luka — Absolute
15. Beii Sanlanu — Absolute Pardon
16. Thankgod Elisha — Absolute Pardon
17. Philomena Iliya — Absolute Pardon
18. Paul Lapia — Absolute Pardon
19. Prince Ezekiel — Absolute Pardon
20. Mafeng luka — Absolute Pardon
21. Wilfred Haruna — Absolute Pardon
22. Chrisantus john — Absolute Pardon
23. Tongzum Godhelp — Absolute Pardon
24. Reuben David — Absolute Pardon
25. Aliyu Abubakar — Absolute Pardon
26. Sale Dauda — Absolute Pardon
27. Okasha Muhammed — Absolute Pardon
28. Abdulkadir Ibrahim (3yrs or) — Absolute Pardon
29. Bitrus Joshua — Absolute Pardon
30. Zakari Saleh — Absolute Pardon
31. David timothy — Absolute Pardon
32. Peter Damun — Absolute Pardon
33. Niman Monday Kepwal — Absolute Pardon
34. Abdulaziz Usman — Absolute Pardon
35. Abba Habibu — Absolute Pardon
36. Yusuf Saidu — Absolute Pardon
37. Nantip Luka — Absolute Pardon
38. UMAR MURAHAII — Absolute Pardon
39. Barnabas Cletus — Absolute Pardon
40. Musa Lamido — Absolute Pardon
41. Auwal Haruna — Absolute Pardon
42. Usman Alhaji Mambolo — Absolute Pardon
43. Jamila Mohammed — Absolute Pardon
44. Dapan Wilfred — Absolute Pardon
45. Amir Dangungun — Absolute Pardon
46. ABDULLAHI GAUDA — Absolute Pardon
47. Ayigo Kwande — Absolute Pardon
48. Samson Agabu — Absolute Pardon
49. Friday Danjuma — Absolute Pardon
50. Sunisi Ali — Absolute Pardon
51. Nuru Daiyabu — Absolute Pardon
52. Abubakar Mamude — Absolute Pardon
53. Mamude Joineh Taltehl — Absolute Pardon
54. Barka Kaila — Absolute Pardon
55. Ahmadu Muhammed — Absolute Pardon
56. Dahiru Adama — Absolute Pardon
57. Baba Musa — Absolute Pardon
58. Sirajo Yahaya — Absolute Pardon
59. Faisal Sani — Absolute Pardon
60. Godwin Manase — Absolute Pardon
61. Noah Moses — Absolute Pardon
62. Harisu Samaila — Absolute Pardon
63. Aliyu Musa — Absolute Pardon
64. Mohammed Sani — Absolute Pardon
65. Brahim Balla — Absolute Pardon
66. Dadi Ubandoma — Absolute Pardon
67. Longji Emmanuel — Absolute Pardon
68. David Danlad! — Absolute Pardon
69. Muhammadu Mustapha — Absolute Pardon
70. Samaila Inusa (2yrs or) — Absolute Pardon
71. Timkur Mallam — Absolute Pardon
72. Sani Mohammed — Absolute Pardon
73. Abubakar Abdulraham — Absolute Pardon
74. Emmanuel Daniel — Absolute Pardon
75. Nantim Ramnap — Absolute Pardon
76. Shemtit Dauda — Absolute Pardon
77. Exodus zitta — Absolute Pardon
78. Nehemiah Nansoh — Absolute Pardon
79. Sunday Timven — Absolute Pardon
80. Shuaibu Yahaya — Absolute Pardon
81. John Bawa — Absolute Pardon
82. Irimiya Joseph — Absolute Pardon
83. Michel Henry — Absolute Pardon
84. Sadi Ahmed — Absolute Pardon
85. Felix Obed — Absolute Pardon
86. George Benjamin — Absolute Pardon
87. Sunday Markus — Absolute Pardon
88. Abdulkareem Auwal — Absolute Pardon
89. Bitrus Atu — Absolute Pardon
90. Abdulrahamn Hassan — Absolute Pardon
91. Japhet Kiim Thoma — Absolute Pardon
92. Sunday Morgak — Absolute Pardon
93. Guwudangyen Sawaba — Absolute Pardon
94. Babangida Umar — Absolute Pardon
95. Ponman Lucky Jonah — Absolute Pardon
96. James Usman — Absolute Pardon
97. Mathew Simon — Absolute Pardon
98. Zumji Bamaiyi — Absolute Pardon
99. Dominic kaudara — Absolute Pardon
100. Emmanuel John — Absolute Pardon
101. Abba Ahmed — Absolute Pardon
102.Istifanus Bamka — Absolute Pardon
103. Usman Musa — Absolute Pardon
104. Austine Pius — Absolute Pardon
105. Sulieman Mohammed — Absolute Pardon
123. Katuil Simon — Absolute Pardon
124. Abdulrasheed Abubakar — Absolute Pardon
125. Ayuba Ishaku — Absolute Pardon
126. Happiness Eze — Absolute Pardon
127. Kabiru Kasint — Absolute Pardon
128. Zitta Simon — Absolute Pardon
129. Salisu Abdulaziz — Absolute Pardon
130. Muhammad Anas — Absolute Pardon
131. Fabian Daniel — Absolute Pardon
132. Abdullahi Musa — Absolute Pardon
133. Friday Joseph — Absolute Pardon
134. Dafun Dafauku — Absolute Pardon
