Nigerian Senate Tags Kidnapping as Terrorism, Proposes Death Penalty Amidst Rising Abductions

The Nigerian Senate has officially classified kidnapping as a form of terrorism and is pushing for the death penalty for convicted offenders. This decision comes in response to the increasing cases of abductions nationwide, with recent incidents including the kidnapping of churchgoers in Ekiti, residents in Kwara and Kebbi, and schoolgirls in Kebbi and Niger states.

The Senate aims to amend existing terror laws to impose stricter penalties and deter potential criminals. The move reflects the government's efforts to address the rising threat of kidnapping in Nigeria.