The Nigerian Senate has passed a resolution declaring kidnapping a terrorist act and has called for amendments to the Terrorism Act to impose the strictest possible punishment on offenders.
At Wednesday’s plenary, lawmakers unanimously agreed that anyone convicted of kidnapping should face the death penalty once the law is amended to reflect the new provision.
The resolution comes amid escalating concerns over the surge in abductions across the country and the need for stronger deterrent measures.
“The resolution mandates that, upon conviction for kidnapping, the death penalty must be enforced,” the Senate noted.
Senators said the move is intended to curb the growing menace and send a decisive warning to criminal networks involved in abductions.
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