STRATEGIC LITIGATION: USING THE LAW AS AN INSTRUMENT IN THE TRANSFORMATION AND PROTECTION OF WOMEN, GIRLS, CHILDREN, VULNERABLE AND MARGINALISED PERSONS IN NIGERIA

By Nbakpone, Bariledum Priscilia Introduction This article is centred on vulnerable and marginalised persons in Nigeria, particularly women, girls and children. Violence is not simply an isolated incident. It can be a pattern. A girl under age may be sexually abused and then blamed for what happened to her. A woman experiencing domestic violence may […]

When Attacks and Silence Collide: The Untold Mental Health Struggles of Women and Girls in a Shrinking Civic Space

When safe spaces disappear, so too does our sense of sanctuary, leaving us vulnerable in a world increasingly hostile to our existence. For women and girls, the challenges go beyond political marginalization. The intersection of targeted attacks and enforced silence profoundly impacts the mental health, leaving scars that are rarely acknowledged, let alone addressed. By Soneye […]

Education under siege: The Impact of Insurgency and civic space restrictions on Girl’s access to education in the North-East Nigeria

Education is a cornerstone of personal and societal development, yet for many girls in Nigeria, it remains a fragile dream under siege. Insurgent activities and restrictive civic spaces compound the challenges they face, creating a landscape where pursuing education becomes an act of defiance. Insurgency since 2009 has disrupted educational system in the northeastern region […]

The VAPP Repeal Bill of 2024: A Threat to Women’s Rights in a Shrinking Civic Space

In 2024, Nigeria faces yet another blow to the advancement of human rights as the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act comes under threat of repeal. The VAPP Act, enacted in 2015, has been a crucial piece of legislation designed to address sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) by providing legal remedies and protections for victims […]