Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau state has declared that kidnappers caught in the state and convicted will be facing the death Penalty.
He made this known on Thursday at Shendam Mini Stadium during the coronation and upgrade of three chiefdoms in Shendam Local Government Area.
“People are saying they should come to Plateau because there is no death penalty here, but it is no longer business as usual here.
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“I have sent a bill yesterday to the state assembly in this regard and when passed, we will effect it,” he said.
“Traditional and community leaders will be held responsible for any breakdown of law and order in their communities.
“You have the duty of mobilising the people toward maintaining peace and order,” he said.
He urged the youth to respect their traditional leaders and refuse to be lured to banditry, cattle rustling and other social vices.
Lalong said his government would soon unveil empowerment programmes for the youth.
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