Babajide Sanwo-Olu Signs 10-Year Jail Sentence For Human Organs Harvesting Offenders

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed a law making human organ harvesting punishable by up to 10 years in jail, aimed at preventing the illicit trade of organs.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has signed a law aimed at curbing the illicit practice of human organ harvesting, with offenders facing up to 10 years imprisonment under the new legislation. The Human Organ Harvesting and Tissue Transplantation Law prohibits all forms of human organ harvesting and sets out stringent penalties for those found guilty of violating it. This move is part of efforts to protect the rights and well-being of potential organ donors and prevent exploitation in the medical sector. Sanwo-Olu's approval marks a significant step forward in addressing this serious public health concern.