In response to the rampant rise of kidnapping incidents plaguing the nation, Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, a former senator, has made a bold call for the imposition of the death penalty for individuals involved in this grave crime. During a meeting with the National Women Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the State House in Abuja, Mrs. Tinubu urged state governors and lawmakers to enact laws that would make kidnapping punishable by death.
Expressing her concern for the safety and well-being of women and children, who are often the primary targets of kidnappers, Mrs. Tinubu emphasized the need for decisive action. She decried the cowardice of kidnappers who prey on the most vulnerable members of society and advocated for harsher penalties to deter such criminal acts.
The call for the death penalty comes at a time when Nigeria grapples with a surge in kidnapping cases, with women and children frequently falling victim to these heinous crimes. Mrs. Tinubu’s statement also referenced a recent incident involving the mass abduction of school pupils in Kaduna, underscoring the urgency of addressing this pressing issue.
Furthermore, Mrs. Tinubu highlighted President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes creating opportunities for women to thrive economically, socially, and politically. She celebrated International Women’s Day with the APC women leaders, commending their courage, resilience, and perseverance.
In response to the women leaders’ request for increased inclusion in government activities, Mrs. Tinubu pledged to advocate for their concerns and support their endeavors through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).
As Nigeria confronts the scourge of kidnapping, Mrs. Tinubu’s call for harsher penalties reflects a growing consensus on the need for decisive action to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, particularly women and children. It remains to be seen how state governments and lawmakers will respond to this call for legislative measures to combat kidnapping effectively.
This would be good if implemented