In a firm call to action, First Lady Remi Tinubu has urged state governors and lawmakers to adopt stringent measures, including the death penalty, to combat the scourge of kidnapping, particularly in the wake of the recent abduction of over 200 school children in Kaduna.
Addressing the National Women Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) during a gathering at the State House in Abuja on Friday, Mrs. Tinubu minced no words in condemning the heinous acts perpetrated by kidnappers, whom she described as cowards for targeting women and children. She emphasized the urgent need for decisive action against these criminals, labeling their actions as inhumane and deserving of severe punishment.
Expressing her deep concern for the victims and their families, Mrs. Tinubu stressed the vital role that children play in shaping the future, asserting that any attack on them constitutes an assault on society’s very foundation.
Drawing from her experience as a former lawmaker, the first lady advocated for the implementation of capital punishment for individuals involved in kidnapping, asserting that such measures are necessary to protect the nation’s youth and safeguard its future.
Mrs. Tinubu also underscored the importance of empowering women economically, socially, and politically, highlighting the Renewed Hope Agenda championed by President Bola Tinubu as a platform for driving positive change and providing opportunities for women to thrive.
As the nation celebrated International Women’s Day, Mrs. Tinubu commended Nigerian women for their resilience, courage, and unwavering determination, while reiterating her commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at improving the lives of women across the country.
In response, the National Women Leaders of the APC expressed their gratitude to the first lady for her tireless efforts in advocating for the welfare of Nigerians, particularly through the Renewed Hope Initiative, which has made a significant impact in various communities.
