Simi Calls for Castration and Burning of Rapists

Nigerian Afrobeat singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has made a strong appeal for harsher punishments for rapists, suggesting castration and burning as potential measures. This statement comes amid a surge of rape allegations reported from various parts of the country in recent weeks.

In a post on her social media page, Simi expressed her frustration over the prevalence of sexual assault, noting that many women she knows have experienced such violence. She argued that it is unacceptable for people to remain silent about sexual assault and condemned the culture that allows rapists to operate without accountability.

Simi called on men to hold each other accountable and highlighted the enabling environment that arises from the failure to confront such issues. Her comments reflect a growing concern over women's safety and the need for societal change regarding sexual violence.