Oshiomhole Supports Death Penalty For Kidnappers, Bandits

Former Edo State Governor and Senator representing Edo North Senatorial District, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, has endorsed the death penalty proposed by the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo for kidnappers and bandits.

According to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Patrick Ebojele, Oshiomhole spoke while addressing party supporters at the flag-off of the Edo North Senatorial District local government election campaign held at the Public Field in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State.

Oshiomhole said civil liberties had been restored in Edo State under Governor Okpebholo’s administration, adding that only criminals had reason to fear the state.

“I stand here to completely endorse the declaration by the governor of Edo State that we are in a federation where every state has the right to enact laws on punishment when it comes to state offences. So kidnappers and bandits will be punished by death through firing squad,” he said.

He also reiterated his support for the creation of state police, saying it would complement the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force in tackling insecurity.

Also speaking, Governor Okpebholo said his administration remained committed to the development and wellbeing of Edo people, noting that several projects had been initiated across the state.

He said the government had embarked on major infrastructure projects, including roads, schools and markets, aimed at improving the lives of residents.

“We have embarked on massive infrastructural development in the state, including roads, schools, markets and others. These achievements were not there in the past, but this administration has made them possible,” the governor said.