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VOL. 5, ISSUE 3 (2023)
The need to checkmate violence against women in a male-dominated society of Nigeria
Authors
Simeon Olaosebikan Oni
Abstract
In 2007 the Lagos state
government of Nigeria passed the law against domestic violence. Similarly, in
2015 the federal government of Nigeria came up with a federal law called the
violence against persons (prohibition) Act 2015. In response to 'The Due Diligence
Framework of States Responsibility in the Elimination of Violence against
Women, these two legislations were passed, and several states in Nigeria have
done the same. The legislative frameworks established prevention, protection,
prosecution, and punishment of perpetrators of violence against persons,
especially women and children who are usually victims, and provided the mode of
redress and psychological revival for victims. The state is responsible for
upholding human rights protection, particularly in eliminating violence against
women, and every citizen, without discrimination. Meanwhile, Nigeria has yet to
attain zero violence, but there are barriers to the government's efforts to
eliminate violence against women. But there are barriers to effectively
protecting victims and punishing perpetrators. This article critically assesses
forms of protection and punishment developed and enforced toward eliminating
violence against women. It examines the policy, legislation, prosecution, and
discipline and provides support and compensation for victims. Therefore, this
article critically and systematically reviews documented legal, policy, and
incidence of violence against women in Nigeria and suggests to minimise
violence. This article adopts the non-doctrinal approach using textbooks, the
internet, statutes and newspaper reports. The findings will provide essential
data and analysis of state responses for developing further strategies and
policies to stem the tide of violence against women in Nigeria.
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Pages:51-56
How to cite this article:
Simeon Olaosebikan Oni "The need to checkmate violence against women in a male-dominated society of Nigeria". International Journal of Law, Policy and Social Review, Vol 5, Issue 3, 2023, Pages 51-56
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