JUST IN: House of Representatives Calls for Tougher Action Against Homicide, Femicide

• The House followed the adoption of the motion and urged the National Judicial Council to facilitate the designation of special divisions within existing courts at all levels to expeditiously handle homicide, femicide and related cases.
• The call to action comes in response to a motion passed during Tuesday’s plenary session, presented by Rivers lawmaker Awaji-Inombek Abiante and supported by three other members.

The Nigerian House of Representatives has urged relevant Federal Government agencies to implement stringent measures to combat the growing issue of homicide and femicide  in the country.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the call to action comes in response to a motion passed during Tuesday’s plenary session, presented by Rivers lawmaker Awaji-Inombek Abiante and supported by three other members.

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Abiante stressed the importance of the right to life, as outlined in Nigeria’s Constitution, and emphasized the alarming rise in homicide cases, such as murder and manslaughter.

In light of this, the public has been vocal in its demand for justice.

By adopting this motion, the House of Representatives aims to raise awareness and encourage government agencies to address the increase in violent crimes that threaten the safety and well-being of Nigerian citizens.

He said, “Fermicide, which is the intentional killing of women and girls due to their gender, has become a significant concern, with several reported cases in recent years.”

The House followed the adoption of the motion and urged the National Judicial Council to facilitate the designation of special divisions within existing courts at all levels to expeditiously handle homicide, femicide and related cases.

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