Authors

Jacob Abiodun Dada

Article Title

Impediments to Human Rights Protection in Nigeria

Abstract

The promotion and protection of human rights have engaged the attention of the world community, and though the African country of Nigeria has subscribed to major international human rights instruments, violations continue to occur with disturbing frequency and regularity in that nation. Why is this so? This article examines the multifarious and multidimensional impediments which have hamstrung meaningful enjoyment of human rights in Nigeria. It points out the shortcomings of the dualist model under the Nigerian Constitution and stresses the objectionable wide amplitude of the derogation clauses. It also makes suggestions for reform.

Cite as: 18 Annl. Survey Int'l. Comp. L. 67 (2012).

Recommended Citation

Dada, Jacob Abiodun (2012) "Impediments to Human Rights Protection in Nigeria," Annual Survey of International & Comparative Law: Vol. 18 : Iss. 1 , Article 6.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.law.ggu.edu/annlsurvey/vol18/iss1/6