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Do you think paying ransoms encourages more kidnappings?

Do you think paying ransoms encourages more kidnappings?

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Elvis Ejimadu: Never! Rewarding evil kidnappers can never benefit the people. It can only benefit the kidnappers
Chief Vicrims: Why Paying Ransom Can Encourage Kidnapping
It makes kidnapping profitable
When kidnappers receive money, it proves the crime works. That financial reward can motivate them — and others — to repeat it.
It strengthens criminal groups
Ransom money can be used to buy weapons, recruit members, and fund m...
Tayo Abbey: Ransom is now seen as payment for service.

If you run a business with steady "inflow" coming in (without paying tax), and have access to multiple zones to conduct business, won't the business continue?