Adeleke Empowers Pardoned Inmates with POS Machines

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has initiated an empowerment program for former inmates who were pardoned under his administration. The program provides these individuals with Point-of-Sale (POS) machines and financial assistance to help them establish small businesses and reintegrate into society.

The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, stated that this intervention aims to create sustainable economic opportunities for the beneficiaries, emphasizing that successful rehabilitation extends beyond mere release from incarceration. A monitoring team has been established to track the beneficiaries' progress over a period of three to 24 months, assessing how effectively they utilize the provided resources.

Additionally, it was noted that these beneficiaries had participated in the mobilization and campaign activities for Adeleke during the 2026 governorship election, which influenced the decision to extend the empowerment package following his re-election. This initiative reflects the Adeleke administration's commitment to rehabilitation and human capital development.