CHIEF OLOROGUN SIR JAMES ONANEFE IBORI GRANTED PRESIDENTIAL PARDON ON JUNE 12
On June 12, 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria granted a presidential pardon to Chief Olorogun Sir James Onanefe Ibori, the former Governor of Delta State. The decision was officially announced in Abuja and comes as part of a broader initiative aimed at national reconciliation and justice reform.
James Ibori served as governor of Delta State from 1999 to 2007. He was later convicted in the United Kingdom on charges related to money laundering and financial misconduct, for which he served a prison sentence. His case attracted widespread attention both in Nigeria and internationally, sparking debates about governance, corruption, and the rule of law.
The presidential pardon, reportedly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, follows constitutional provisions that allow the head of state to exercise the power of clemency in certain cases. It is not uncommon for presidential pardons to be issued to individuals who have shown remorse, completed their sentences, or are deemed to have made positive contributions to society despite past convictions.
The decision has generated mixed reactions across Nigeria. Some political and community leaders, particularly in the Niger Delta region, have welcomed the move, viewing it as a gesture of reconciliation. Others have expressed concern, citing the importance of accountability and transparency in public service.
The pardon was announced on June 12, a day officially recognized in Nigeria as Democracy Day, in commemoration of the country’s return to civilian rule. The timing of the pardon may be seen as symbolic, reflecting themes of forgiveness, inclusion, and the complexity of Nigeria’s democratic journey.
Congratulations to Chief Ibori
— Chris Osa
On June 12, 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria granted a presidential pardon to Chief Olorogun Sir James Onanefe Ibori, the former Governor of Delta State. The decision was officially announced in Abuja and comes as part of a broader initiative aimed at national reconciliation and justice reform.
James Ibori served as governor of Delta State from 1999 to 2007. He was later convicted in the United Kingdom on charges related to money laundering and financial misconduct, for which he served a prison sentence. His case attracted widespread attention both in Nigeria and internationally, sparking debates about governance, corruption, and the rule of law.
The presidential pardon, reportedly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, follows constitutional provisions that allow the head of state to exercise the power of clemency in certain cases. It is not uncommon for presidential pardons to be issued to individuals who have shown remorse, completed their sentences, or are deemed to have made positive contributions to society despite past convictions.
The decision has generated mixed reactions across Nigeria. Some political and community leaders, particularly in the Niger Delta region, have welcomed the move, viewing it as a gesture of reconciliation. Others have expressed concern, citing the importance of accountability and transparency in public service.
The pardon was announced on June 12, a day officially recognized in Nigeria as Democracy Day, in commemoration of the country’s return to civilian rule. The timing of the pardon may be seen as symbolic, reflecting themes of forgiveness, inclusion, and the complexity of Nigeria’s democratic journey.
Congratulations to Chief Ibori
— Chris Osa
CHIEF OLOROGUN SIR JAMES ONANEFE IBORI GRANTED PRESIDENTIAL PARDON ON JUNE 12
On June 12, 2025, the Federal Government of Nigeria granted a presidential pardon to Chief Olorogun Sir James Onanefe Ibori, the former Governor of Delta State. The decision was officially announced in Abuja and comes as part of a broader initiative aimed at national reconciliation and justice reform.
James Ibori served as governor of Delta State from 1999 to 2007. He was later convicted in the United Kingdom on charges related to money laundering and financial misconduct, for which he served a prison sentence. His case attracted widespread attention both in Nigeria and internationally, sparking debates about governance, corruption, and the rule of law.
The presidential pardon, reportedly approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, follows constitutional provisions that allow the head of state to exercise the power of clemency in certain cases. It is not uncommon for presidential pardons to be issued to individuals who have shown remorse, completed their sentences, or are deemed to have made positive contributions to society despite past convictions.
The decision has generated mixed reactions across Nigeria. Some political and community leaders, particularly in the Niger Delta region, have welcomed the move, viewing it as a gesture of reconciliation. Others have expressed concern, citing the importance of accountability and transparency in public service.
The pardon was announced on June 12, a day officially recognized in Nigeria as Democracy Day, in commemoration of the country’s return to civilian rule. The timing of the pardon may be seen as symbolic, reflecting themes of forgiveness, inclusion, and the complexity of Nigeria’s democratic journey.
Congratulations to Chief Ibori
— Chris Osa
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