Nigerian Senate Passes Law for Life Imprisonment in Child Defilement Cases
The Nigerian Senate has passed a landmark bill mandating life imprisonment for individuals found guilty of sexually defiling minors. Senator Adam Oshiomhole highlighted the severity of the crime and the lifelong trauma suffered by victims.
The proposed 20-year sentence was rejected in favor of life imprisonment, regardless of the offender's gender. The bill aims to serve as a deterrent against child sexual abuse, sending a strong message to offenders.
The legislation is expected to be transmitted to the President for assent, following unanimous adoption in the Senate.
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