Governor seeks death penalty for kidnappers, sends bill to state assembly

On March 1, a traditional ruler in Ebonyi State was abducted while on his way to church. His body was discovered the next day, leading to calls for stronger measures against kidnappers in the region.

In response to this incident, the Governor of Ebonyi State has proposed a bill to the state assembly seeking the death penalty for kidnappers. This move reflects the growing concern over kidnapping incidents in the state and aims to deter such crimes. The traditional ruler was the father of Kelechi Igwe, the immediate past Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, highlighting the personal impact of this tragedy on local leadership.

Reported by Premium Times.