Parade, prosecute Oyo school kidnappers, Senator Ningi tells FG

Bauchi Central Senator Abdul Ningi has called for the swift prosecution and public parading of suspects apprehended in connection with the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. Ningi emphasized that those responsible for the crime must face the full extent of the law to serve as a deterrent to others.

Speaking during a Senate plenary session, Ningi cautioned that any delay in prosecuting the arrested individuals could undermine public confidence in the justice system. He stressed the importance of immediate action to ensure accountability and maintain public trust.

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What is important going forward now is to take a cue. Now we have people arrested, they must be paraded, prosecuted and let the law take its full course.

Ningi's call follows the rescue of pupils and teachers who were held captive for 56 days after being kidnapped from multiple schools in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The victims were freed by a joint security team.

The senator urged security agencies to proceed with the prosecution and parading of the suspects, stating they should be used as an example to deter future criminal acts. He believes this decisive action is crucial for upholding justice and ensuring the safety of citizens.

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Delayed prosecution will create another impression that something is wrong. I therefore call on the security agency to prosecute, parade, and use them as an example.