Kidnappers’ Collaborators Face Death Sentence In Edo As Okpebholo Signs New Law

Governor Monday Okpebholo has signed into law the Kidnapping Prohibition (Amendment) Law 2025, introducing stricter measures to combat kidnapping within Edo State.

GWG.ng reports that the amendment enhances the provisions of the 2013 law which first introduced death penalty for kidnapping in Edo State to now include the same penalty for their collaborators.

The amendment aims to deter criminal activities and ensure the safety of all residents.

Key Provisions of the Amended Law:

1. Death Penalty for Convicted Kidnappers: Individuals found guilty of kidnapping will face the death sentence. This underscores the government’s commitment to eradicating this heinous crime.

2. Confiscation and Demolition of Properties:

Any property used in the act of kidnapping will be seized and demolished by the state government.

This measure aims to disrupt the operational bases of criminal elements.

3. Severe Penalties for Accomplices:

Individuals who aid or abet kidnappers will also face the death penalty, with their assets confiscated and properties demolished. This provision seeks to dismantle networks supporting kidnapping activities.

By signing the Kidnapping Prohibition (Amendment) Law 2025, H.E. Sen. Monday Okpebholo has demonstrated bold, decisive and people-focused leadership, ensuring that criminals face the full weight of the law the government said on Wednesday.

“This action reflects his Practical Governance approach—where policies are not just made, but enforced to deliver real impact. With strong political will and a clear vision, his administration is setting a new standard for leadership that prioritizes security, stability, and prosperity for all,” the government said in a statement made available to GWG.ng

GWG.ng, however, reports that the news of the first executions under the new law is one that many Nigerians in Edo State will be looking out for under the new law to stamp out kidnapping in the state.

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