Grave concern have been expressed by a delegation of the European Union, and the Ambassador of Switzerland to Nigeria over the death penalty which holds sway particularly in Nigeria and The Gambia.
This was in reaction to the planned execution of some convicted criminals on death row by the Lagos State government.
Recall, some prisoners' execution was authorised in Edo State in deep south Nigeria by the state government.
In an official statement issued by the European Union and Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, the duo condemned the death penalty in its entirety adding that it is no more of relevance in today's world since it has not been able to deter criminal behaviour and therefore represents an unacceptable denial of human dignity and integrity.
They urged the state governors as well as Nigerian authorities and the Gambia authorities to uphold the moratorium on death penalty.
Amid grave concern, they stressed that Nigeria and The Gambia are the only countries in ECOWAS still executing their citizens.
“We are committed to contributing to the strengthening of the Nigerian Judicial system and the promotion of rule of law and justice for Nigerian citizens, and we look forward to further supporting Nigerian authorities in adopting appropriate legislation to improve the rights and safety of Nigerian citizens,” they said.
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