Murder Cases Dismissed in Nigeria Due to Missing Witnesses: A Crisis of Justice

In Nigeria, a disturbing trend is emerging: murder cases are being dismissed due to the absence of witnesses. This is leading to a crisis of faith in the justice system. A legal practitioner, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared a case where the accused's family allegedly bribed witnesses to stay away from court. "People get away with murder when there are no witnesses," she stated. This lack of diligent prosecution results in cases being struck out, leaving victims' families without justice. The Nigerian Bar Association is calling for an urgent investigation into this issue. They are urging the government to address the systemic problems that allow such injustices to occur. The hope is that this will lead to greater accountability and a more effective justice system for all Nigerians.