Worried by the incessant cases of child rape across the country, the Senate has moved to frame laws that would make perpetrators face capital punishment.

Moving the motion on Order 42 and 52 of Senate rules, Senator ROSE OKO representing Cross River North Senatorial district explained that victims of child rape have been on the increase, a situation she said was worrisome, urging the upper chamber to intervene.

Other senators said those indulging in child abuse deserve death penalty.

Adopting the motion, Senate President, AHMAD LAWAN upheld the prayers and the review of all relevant laws that would ensure capital punishment for offenders of child abuse.