The Chief Judge of Nasarawa State, Hon. Justice Aisha Mohammed Usman, has released 23 inmates during her ongoing jail delivery exercise across the state’s custodial centres. In addition to the releases, four (4) inmates were granted bail, while five (5) others were given new adjournment dates. One magistrate was also directed to produce the record of proceedings for review. Justice Usman explained that the freed inmates were discharged after a careful review of their case files, which revealed that many had either overstayed their trial periods or met the conditions for release. She emphasized that the exercise forms part of the judiciary’s statutory duty to decongest correctional facilities and ensure that justice is not only done but seen to be done. The Chief Judge urged all stakeholders in the justice system — including magistrates, prosecutors, and correctional officers — to work in synergy and demonstrate diligence in handling criminal cases to avoid unnecessary delays and prolonged detention of awaiting-trial inmates. Justice Usman also commended officers and men of the Nigerian Correctional Service for their cooperation and dedication, assuring that the Nasarawa State Judiciary remains committed to upholding human rights and promoting the rule of law. In his remarks, the State Comptroller of Corrections, Charles Hanish Wayagoron, expressed gratitude to the Chief Judge for her visit and for granting freedom to deserving inmates. He urged the released inmates to turn a new leaf and become better citizens, reminding them not to engage in activities that could bring them back to the correctional centres. Those who regained their freedom were visibly overwhelmed with joy and expressed deep gratitude to the Hon. Chief Judge for giving them a second chance at life.