Nigeria, Oct. 13 -- There has been widespread public reaction following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's recent decision to grant a presidential pardon to some Nigerians, including individuals who are already deceased.

The move, announced last week, has stirred mixed feelings among citizens, particularly in the northern part of the country, where many have questioned why former Deputy Commissioner of Police, Abba Kyari, was excluded from the list.

In an interview with The News Chronicle on Sunday evening, several residents from the North expressed disappointment over the development, describing it as unfair and politically motivated.

A businessman from Maiduguri, who preferred to remain anonymous, criticized the decision, saying that Pre...