A harrowing story emerged online about two kidnappers who abducted a doctor and his brother, ultimately killing the brother despite receiving a ransom of ₦100 million. The doctor was later released, and the culprits were apprehended when they walked into the hospital for treatment, where the doctor was present. He quickly identified them and notified authorities, leading to their arrest—a brave and decisive act that ensured justice.
Among the many comments, one stood out for its shocking insensitivity: “The doctor made a great mistake. It’s supposed to be ora for ora. Why not give him just one injection?”
This comment is extremely toxic and dangerous. It condones vigilante action and even murder, suggesting the doctor should have taken the law into his own hands to harm the kidnappers. Such statements normalize retaliation over justice, undermine the rule of law, and dangerously glorify violence rather than accountability.
