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Why Abba Kyari Deserves Presidential Pardon – Amnesty Advocates Tell Tinubu
The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) in Nigeria has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to consider granting a presidential pardon to suspended Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released on Friday by the Commission’s Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, Duru Hezekiah, the IHRC argued that freeing Kyari could serve the nation’s broader security interests, particularly amid rising threats from terrorism, kidnapping, and organized crime.
While affirming its respect for the ongoing legal proceedings against Kyari, the IHRC proposed that the Federal Government initiate a national dialogue around the possibility of granting him a conditional presidential pardon—one rooted in national security strategy and public interest.
“Our intent is not to obstruct justice or bypass legal frameworks,” the Commission stated, “but to advocate for a constitutional, forward-thinking approach that recognizes the operational value of skilled security professionals—if they meet legal and ethical standards.”
The Commission referenced Section 175 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which authorizes the President to issue pardons or reprieves. It also cited international examples, including the use of plea bargains and conditional amnesties, where individuals with valuable expertise were rehabilitated into national service—under strict legal oversight.
“In countries like the U.S., authorities have engaged convicted hackers and criminals to aid in national cybersecurity. In post-conflict African regions, former warlords have been granted amnesties to support peace and reintegration,” IHRC said.
The Commission concluded that granting conditional clemency to Abba Kyari—combined with strict public accountability—could turn a controversial figure into a strategic asset in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity.
It added that President Tinubu has the unique opportunity to make a historic decision backed by constitutional authority and national consensus.
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