Liberia: Ellen Pardons 80-Yr Old, 31 Other Inmates

23 December 2014

As part of this year's festivities, President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf has granted presidential clemency to some 32 inmates at the Monrovia Central Prison among which is an 80-year old man.

The presidential clemency to the 32 inmates according to the Liberian leader, is to enable them celebrate the Christmas season with their families, love ones and friends. Some of those pardoned by President Sirleaf have stayed at the prison for five to 10 years, according to Justice Minister-designate Benedict Sarnor.

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