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The exercise of prerogative of mercy within the milieu of the national ethics of integrity and discipline in Nigeria

This paper examines the exercise of the prerogative of mercy in Nigeria against the backdrop of the national values of integrity, accountability, and discipline.The power to grant pardon, which has been recognised in successive Nigerian Constitutions, is founded on the principle that mercy has an important place in the administration of justice and the rehabilitation of offenders.However, the exercise of this constitutional power raises concerns where pardon is granted in circumstances that appear inconsistent with the principles of accountability and responsible governance.The study therefore…