Nigerians Rejects Terrorist Amnesty

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Many Nigerians have voiced opposition to the idea that terrorists can genuinely repent, urging the Federal Government to be cautious in dealing with former fighters seeking reintegration into society.

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The concerns come amid ongoing efforts by authorities to encourage insurgents and bandits to surrender their weapons and embrace rehabilitation programmes.
Critics argue that some individuals may only pretend to have changed in order to avoid punishment or gain benefits.
Citizens raising objections said victims of attacks continue to live with the pain of lost relatives, destroyed communities and years of insecurity.
They maintained that justice and accountability should remain central to any approach aimed at ending violence.
Despite government-backed deradicalisation initiatives, scepticism remains strong among many Nigerians who believe lasting peace can only be achieved through effective security measures, proper prosecution of offenders and support for affected communities.

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