Critical Appraisal of the Criminal Jurisprudence of Excessive Massacres and Massive Abductions in Nigeria

Abstract

This work surveyed the security circumstances in Nigeria with the intention of analysing the criminal consequences of the activities. In contemporary Nigeria, insecurity has permeated the six geo-political zones of the country. The work is geared towards jurisprudential appraisal of excessive massacres and abductions in Nigeria. The methodology were doctrinal and meta-analytical styles. Utilizing primary and secondary sources of information as tools for data collection. The work found, the acts of massacres and abductions are done without recourse to any authority. It is concluded, by all known criminal theories and models, the perpetrated activities are offences known in criminal jurisprudence. The work recommended among others, the process of weaponry be applied to whittle the goons and marauders operational foundation.