Soso Soberekon Calls for Death Penalty for Kidnappers, Drug Traffickers, and Fake Baby Food Importers
Nigerian music executive Soso Soberekon has urged the Federal Government to take a firmer stance against kidnappers, drug traffickers, and those who import counterfeit drugs and baby food. Soberekon, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry and a close associate of singer Davido, made this call through a post on his Instagram page on June 3.
He emphasized that the country is facing a severe drug crisis and that leniency toward offenders is exacerbating the situation. Soberekon noted that rehabilitation centers across Nigeria are already overwhelmed, with many young people suffering from kidney problems and children losing their lives due to harmful substances.
He lamented that despite arrests, some traffickers quickly return to the streets because of powerful connections and interference. Soberekon stressed that those who deliberately destroy lives and poison communities should face the harshest punishment under the law, stating that death is the best penalty for them.
In his Instagram post, Soberekon wrote: “DEATH PENALTY FOR DRUG TRAFFICKERS, KIDNAPPERS, AND IMPORTERS OF FAKE DRUGS & BABY FOOD! Nigeria is battling a drug pandemic while rehabilitation centres are overflowing. Young people suffering kidney problems and young children are dying. Sadly, some drug traffickers are arrested today and back on the streets tomorrow because of powerful connections and interference. The government must stop being lenient. Those who knowingly destroy lives, poison our communities, and endanger our children deserve the harshest punishment under the law. Save our youth. Save our future. #WarOnDrugs #SaveOurYouth #ProtectTheFuture #NigeriaFirst”
Public Reaction to Soberekon’s Statement
His statement quickly drew attention online, with many social media users praising his bold stance and expressing support for stricter penalties against those fueling crime and endangering lives. Here are some reactions:
- @ugo_enemuadia: “It's time to prioritize this awareness against these vices, eating up our country.”
- @rahmore_footwears: “Absolutely, it's the only way they can stop their evil act.”
- @officialjazpa27: “I support this and anybody who steals government funds.”
- @southern_naijagist_: “You didn't add fake drink sellers. The reason drug dealers are back on the street after arrest is because our police prioritize bail money over actually stopping people from doing drugs.”
- @sebseblori: “100% Support. I was talking about this yesterday.”
- @zinny_bella: “If you haven't been to the psychiatric hospital, you wouldn't understand this.”
Soso Soberekon’s Previous Gesture to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu
Earlier, Soberekon caused a stir online after sending a monetary gift to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu. He shared evidence showing he sent N100,000 along with a birthday message. This came after Oluremi Tinubu requested that well-wishers channel birthday gifts and congratulatory funds toward a National Library project, which generated mixed reactions from Nigerians.
