The governor also transferred power to his deputy, Dr Peter Odey, to act in his capacity while he was away.
Governor Bassey Otu-led government set up a 13-member carnival review committee headed by Edem Duke, a former Minister of Culture.
Mr Gill listed the freed prisoners’ offences to include felony, stealing, breaking and entering, assault, threats to life, cultism and armed robbery.
Mr Gill said the decision was to allow ample time for those travelling outside Calabar to various parts of the state to exercise their civic duties.
The police command in the state said it would conscientiously operate on the principles of justice, equity and fairness.
