The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly endorsed the death sentence handed down to the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) driver convicted of the brutal murder of 22-year-old fashion designer, Bamise Ayanwola.
The group described the court’s decision as a just and necessary response to what it called an act of “gruesome and bestial barbarism.”
According to HURIWA, executing those found guilty of taking innocent lives reinforces the sanctity of human life and sends a clear message that such atrocities will not go unpunished. The organization emphasized that the law must continue to protect the dignity of victims and deter future acts of violence.
HURIWA also expressed support for the earlier death sentence imposed on the husband of the late gospel singer, Osinachi, by an Abuja court, stating that both rulings reflect the judiciary’s resolve to deliver justice in high-profile murder cases involving women.
While acknowledging the lengthy legal process in Bamise’s case, the group commended the judiciary for eventually ensuring justice was served. However, it urged the courts to ensure that appeals in such cases are not unduly delayed, stressing the importance of upholding the principle that justice delayed is justice denied.
The association concluded by reaffirming its commitment to supporting victims and advocating for timely and decisive legal outcomes in cases of violence, especially those targeting vulnerable individuals.
