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Three individuals, including two Nigerians and one foreign national from Niger, have been sentenced to death by hanging by a State High Court in Sokoto. They were arrested by the Department of State Security (DSS) on charges related to terrorism and arms proliferation.

The Ondo State High Court in Akure has sentenced three men, Uche Onu, Ekene Okorie, and Celestine Eze, to death by hanging for armed robbery. This ruling is based on violations of Section 6 (b) of the Armed Robbery and Firearms (Special Provisions) Act, Cap R11, Vol 14, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004.

The European Union has voiced concern regarding recent executions in Jordan and Kuwait, reaffirming its strong opposition to the death penalty in all situations. A statement released on Wednesday highlighted the execution of six individuals in Jordan on June 21 and noted that the country had maintained a de facto moratorium on executions prior to this event.

Three individuals have been sentenced to death for terrorism after being arrested on June 13, 2025, by the Department of State Services Counter-Terrorism Unit. They were accused of involvement in cross-border crimes, arms trafficking, and terrorism.

According to JamiiForums, there are ten countries where individuals can face the death penalty for abandoning their religion. The article discusses the legal and social implications of such laws in these nations, highlighting the severe consequences for those who choose to leave their faith.