Posted by Samuel on Fri 13th Mar, 2026 - tori.ng
Adeyanju made the remark while calling on the Federal Government to adopt a stricter approach in dealing with terrorism.
Nigerian activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has stated that terrorists and their sympathizers deserve de@th rather than forgiveness.
Adeyanju made the remark while calling on the Federal Government to adopt a stricter approach in dealing with terrorism.
In a statement on his X page, Adeyanju argued that individuals involved in terrorism, as well as those who support them, should face the de@th penalty rather than being granted forgiveness.
He criticized what he described as the government’s tendency to show leniency toward terrorists, warning that such actions could undermine efforts to combat insecurity.
Adeyanju urged the Nigerian government to end policies that appear to pardon or reintegrate terrorists, insisting that a firm and uncompromising response is necessary to deter violent extremism and protect citizens.
“Terrorists and their sympathizers deserve de@th not forgiveness. The Nigerian government must stop forgiving and romancing terrorism,” he wrote.
This comes as the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa assured Nigerians that terrorists and bandits are suffering heavier casualties in ongoing military operations across the country.
Speaking with journalists after a security meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Musa said the Armed Forces briefed the President on the latest security situation and clarified what he described as “misleading interpretations” circulating in the media.