In a decisive effort to clamp down on child sexual abuse, the Nigerian Senate has unanimously passed a resolution imposing life imprisonment on anyone convicted of defiling a minor, with no option for a fine. During a recent plenary session, Senate President Godswill Akpabio emphasized the gravity of crimes against children, drawing a clear distinction between rape and the defilement of minors. “Defilement of a minor should be different from that of rape; those involved in defilement should suffer greater punishment. Lawmakers described the move as a necessary step in confronting rising sexual violence and safeguarding the rights and dignity of Nigerian children. Senate President Akpabio hailed the resolution as a “milestone in our collective moral responsibility,” aimed at restoring justice and protecting the nation’s future.