Former lawmaker Farouk Muhammad Lawan has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Tinubu after being granted a presidential pardon, describing it as a “divine act of mercy” and “a new beginning” in his life.
Farouk Lawan, who represented Bagwai/Shanono Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, was among 175 individuals pardoned by President Tinubu on Thursday, October 9.
The ex-lawmaker had been sentenced to seven years in prison for bribery and corruption but served five years before being released from Kuje Prison in October 2024, following a Supreme Court review of his appeal.
In a statement titled “My Hope Is Renewed, Mr President,” Farouk Lawan thanked the President for his compassion, saying Tinubu “cast a warm blanket over me, pulling me back from the harshness of yesterday’s cold.”
“I lie prostrate, utterly humble in my heart and entire being, grateful for the mercy which Allah (SWT), through Mr President and my country, has shown me,” he said.
“During the eclipse at noon of my life, my family, friends, and associates stood by me through thick and thin; their light became my unfailing beacon. I remain eternally indebted to you.”
Farouk Lawan added that his imprisonment had taught him humility and reflection, noting that the pardon had renewed his sense of purpose and commitment to national service.
“Throughout those moments of sober reflection, my faith in the greatness of our Fatherland never wavered, nor did my resolve to contribute to it ever weaken. A re-dedication to the ideals of Nigeria is upon me. My hope is renewed,” he concluded.
