OGUN STATE GOVERNOR, SENATOR IBIKUNLE AMOSUN, COMMISSIONED OGTV ON DSTV 360 CHANNEL AS HE PARDONED 60 PRISON INMATES TO MARK HIS 60TH BIRTHDAY.

OGUN STATE GOVERNOR, SENATOR IBIKUNLE AMOSUN, COMMISSIONED OGTV ON DSTV 360 CHANNEL AS HE PARDONED 60 PRISON INMATES TO MARK HIS 60TH BIRTHDAY.

by Oki Samson

Amosun made the announcement yesterday and said the pardoned inmates will be drawn from prisons in Sagamu, Ijebu Ode, Ilaro and Abeokuta.

The governor, who turned 60 years yesterday, was speaking at the Ibara, Abeokuta prison, where he visited as part of activities to mark his birthday.

Stating that his gesture was not in any way condoning crime, he said in the spirit of the celebration, “I am exploring the power of prerogative of mercy to set some prisoners free.”

He frowned at the congestion of prisons across the state, adding that “it means we still have a lot to do where our justice dispensation system in the country is concerned.”

 Otunba Ashiru with Senator Dada A Guest with Senator Seriki Demola Wife of the Ogun state Governor, Mrs Funsho former Minister of Justice, Prince Bola Ajibola; Prof. Wole Soyinka, during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta. Hon. Kenny Ogungbe, Ogun state Commissioner for Information during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta.  Sen Ibikunle Amosun and his wife, rs Funsho during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta.  Traditional Rulers during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta.  Hon. Kemi Adeosun, Minister for Finance during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta. Chairman, Multi-Choice Nigeria, Otunba Dewunmi delivering his speech during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta.   Chief Ebenezer Obey performing his songs during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta. Ogun State Governor, Sen. Ibikunle Amosun during the launch of Ogun State Television (OGTV) unto Dstv channel 360 at the Television’s premises in Abeokuta.  some special guests with Prince Muyiwa (Police Boss) Ogun State Governor, Sen. Ibikunle Amosu signing his Special Congratulatory 60th Birthday Autograph Card at his residence to mark his birthday.

The governor assured that his government would not only work towards decongesting the prisons but also introduce vocational skills training for inmates to prepare them for a better life outside prison.

Part of programmes for the birthday was also the ‘Uplift the Aged’ programme, organised by wife of the Governor, Dr. (Mrs.) Olufunso Amosun, where food items and relief materials were handed to the elderly, just as free medical check up was conducted for them.

At the event, held at the Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, Mrs. Amosun appreciated the elderly for their prayers and support at all times.

According to the governor’s wife, “the ‘Uplift the Aged’ initiative, is a way to give back to the community and bless our senior citizens.”

The League of Imams had earlier held a prayer session at the personal residence of the Governor in Ibara, Abeokuta.

Also, in honour of the Governor’s 60^th birthday, the OGTV was switched over on the Digital channel, DSTV 360 at the State Television premises, Abeokuta, Ogun state.