AN EXAMINATION OF THE REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS OF WOMEN UNDER THE NIGERIAN LAW

UGURU, RHEMA CHIDIOGO (2026) AN EXAMINATION OF THE REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS OF WOMEN UNDER THE NIGERIAN LAW. Other thesis, Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu.

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Abstract

For several decades, discussion on women's rights in Nigeria has been focused on property rights while relegating the issue of women's reproductive rights to the background in spite of its serious implications on the life of women. This long essay explores the national and international legal frameworks, assessing the extent to which women's reproductive autonomy as a component of fundamental human rights are recognised, protected and enforced in Nigeria. The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (1999, as Amended), alongside other relevant statutory enactments and international treaties provide for these rights however, this study evaluates their adequacy in safeguarding reproductive freedom, access to healthcare, family planning, and maternal well-being.It further assesses the institutional framework, identifying inherent challenges and proposing reforms. The study adopts the doctrinal approach, drawing on primary legal sources, case laws, statutory instruments, and scholarly works to analyse the effectiveness of the current laws put in place to protect the reproductive rights of women in Nigeria. Furthermore, the study engaged in a comparative analysis of common law jurisdictions such as the United Kingdom, Ghana, and South Africa to highlight best practises and provide insight for reform. The research recommends legislative reform, enhancement of institutional capacity, improvement of public education and health sector funding amongst other reforms. These measures are necessary to ensure that more women, if not all, have more access to an efficient and effective health care system, comprehensive reproductive education and awareness, ensuring the full realization of reproductive rights for Nigerian women, which are aligned with international standards and best practices.

Item Type: Thesis (Other)
Subjects: K Law > K Law (General)
Divisions: Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences > School of Law
Depositing User: COMFORT AJALA
Date Deposited: 24 Jul 2026 13:50
Last Modified: 24 Jul 2026 13:50
URI: http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/id/eprint/5992

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