TBoss calls for chemical castration law in Nigeria for rapists and child abusers

Former Big Brother Naija star Tokunbo Idowu, widely known as TBoss, has urged the Nigerian government to follow Italy’s lead by introducing chemical castration as a punishment for rapists and child abusers.

Her comments came in reaction to a policy shift by the Italian government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, which is moving toward legalizing the use of androgen-blocking drugs—commonly referred to as chemical castration—for violent sex offenders.

In September, Italian lawmakers approved the formation of a committee to draft legislation that would enable the use of such treatment as a strict deterrent.

Responding to the development, TBoss took to Instagram, reposting news of the Italian decision with a short but firm message: “Agreed. Nigeria should be next.”

TBoss gained national attention as a finalist on the 2017 edition of Big Brother Naija (See Gobe).

A mother of one, TBoss often uses her platform to speak on social issues, particularly those affecting women and children.