The rise of mob justice, or 'jungle justice', in Nigeria illustrates a severe societal issue characterized by crowds punishing suspected criminals without due process. Factors contributing to this phenomenon include a pervasive distrust of law enforcement agencies, economic hardship, and misinformation. A chilling example occurred when 16 hunters were lynched in Edo State based on mere suspicion of being bandits. Human rights advocates and President Bola Tinubu condemned this violence, emphasizing the urgent need for accountability and effective policing to restore faith in the judicial system.
"Mob justice, often called 'jungle justice' in Nigeria, involves crowds punishing alleged criminals without judicial proceedings, driven by distrust in law enforcement and economic strains."
"The recent lynching of 16 hunters in Edo State on suspicion of banditry raises disturbing questions about lawlessness and the failures within Nigeria's policing system."
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