
The Digest:
President Bola Tinubu has extended mercy to a foundational figure. According to Daily Post Nigeria, the pardon posthumously absolves Herbert Macaulay, a key architect of Nigerian nationalism who was convicted by colonial authorities, alongside 174 others.
Key Points:
- President Bola Tinubu granted a presidential prerogative of mercy.
- The pardon includes 175 individuals across various categories.
- Prominent among them is Herbert Macaulay, a founding father.
- Macaulay was convicted in 1913 for alleged fund misappropriation.
- The Attorney-General of the Federation presented the recommendations.
- The decision was ratified at the Council of State meeting in Abuja.
- Historians have long debated the fairness of Macaulay's colonial-era trial.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
Tags: Bola Tinubu, Presidential Pardon, Herbert Macaulay,