This was revealed in a statement posted on the X account of the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke on Wednesday.

The governor, however, said he had ordered an investigation into the matter, assuring that the process to grant pardon to the young man had commenced.

“I have received the report of a case of a young man reportedly sentenced to death by hanging in Osun state for stealing a fowl.

“Consequently, I have directed the attorney general and commissioner for justice, Osun state, to commence full investigation into the matter and initiate processes to grant prerogative of mercy to the young man,” the Osun governor announced.

Adeleke added, “Osun is a land of justice and equity and must ensure fairness and protection of the sanctity of lives. I assure members of the public that this matter is receiving my direct attention with every sense of urgency also attached to our response to the matter.”