Some of the suspects paraded in Abuja by the policeA former Director, Defence Intelligence Agency, Jeremiah Adamu, has called for punitive punishment for kidnappers in the country. He said the existing punishment for those convicted was insufficient as a deterrent to discourage criminals from committing the offence. To bring an end to kidnapping in the country the punishment must be strict.”He also said the security agencies in the country are overwhelmed. Our Security agencies have to collaborate with community leaders to curb insecurity. In Zamfara Dansadu in Zamfara state, you can’t celebrate a naming ceremony without approval from criminals.

Source: Punch December 20, 2023 18:54 UTC