HC Deb 23 November 1925 vol 188 cc909-10
61. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many natives of Nigeria were tried, sentenced to death, and executed without being allowed the assistance of counsel in the courts during the year 1924?

Mr. AMERY

The number of persons executed in 1924 after trial in the provincial and native courts was 72.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

I asked whether the right hon. Gentleman would state the number of persons executed without having had the assistance of Counsel. That is the question on the Paper.

Mr. AMERY

I think there is a full answer.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Does that mean that none of these people had the assistance of counsel at all?

Mr. AMERY

I am certain they were tried fairly.