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The Increase of Child Labour in Nigeria: Legal Custody of Victim by the Nigerian Government as a Panacea Aidonojie, Paul Atagamen; Obieshi, Eregbuonye; Aidonojie, Esther Chetachukwu; Hassan, Ismaila; Damina, Joshua John
Journal of Indonesian Constitutional Law Vol. 1 No. 3 (2024): Journal of Indonesian Constitutional Law
Publisher : CV. Pustaka Parawali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.71239/jicl.v1i3.26

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It is apt to state that there are numerous rights and obligations guardians or parents owe to their children or children in their custody. Although several laws seem to secure the right of children against child labour in Nigeria, however, it has been observed that there has been a recurrent increase in child labour, which is becoming a major challenge truncating the features of most children. In this regard, this study adopts a hybrid method of research in ascertaining if the Nigerian government takes custody of a child experiencing child labour could aid in curtailing the major challenge of child labour. In this regard, the study employs an online questionnaire sent to 307 respondents who reside in Nigeria. The study, therefore, found that, though several international and local laws tend to discourage child labour in Nigeria, there is still an increase in child labour. The study further found that several factors are often the root causes of child labour, and third-party custody of children suffering from child labour is a better solution. The study, therefore, concluded and recommended that to curb the major challenge of child labour, the Nigerian government needs to take a proactive step in assuming custody of children experiencing child labour. Hence, this study contributes to knowledge by determining if third-party custody is a possible consideration by the Nigerian government in legal-social intervention regarding diminished child labour and enforcing gaps left in existing child protection structures.
Economic Justice as a Legal Strategy for Countering Terrorism in Nigeria: Learning from the United Kingdom Experience Aidonojie, Paul Atagamen; Eregbuonye, Obieshi; Okpoko, Mercy Osemudiame; Hassan, Ismaila; Inagbor, Micheal
Contrarius Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Contrarius
Publisher : Lembaga Contrarius Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53955/contrarius.v2i1.226

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Nigeria continues to prioritise military intervention as the principal response to terrorism; however, persistent violence indicates that structural socio-economic inequalities, unemployment, and regional marginalisation sustain conditions conducive to radicalisation. In contrast, the United Kingdom integrates economic justice within its legal and policy framework, thereby complementing security measures with socio-economic regulation. This study analyses the role of economic justice as a lawful and sustainable counter-terrorism strategy through a comparative examination of the United Kingdom and Nigeria. This research aims to evaluate the legal basis for implementing economic justice measures in counterterrorism and to assess their relevance for long-term peacebuilding in Nigeria. The study employs a doctrinal research method, systematically examining legislation, public policy instruments, and scholarly works using the PRISMA framework to ensure transparent and rigorous source selection. The findings demonstrate that, first, the United Kingdom establishes a normative and institutional framework that links welfare regulation and social protection to the prevention of violent extremism; second, it enforces financial accountability and regulatory oversight to limit structural grievances and disrupt potential channels of radicalisation; and third, Nigeria maintains a predominantly securitised counter-terrorism regime that lacks enforceable economic rights and targeted development legislation. The study concludes that Nigeria should reform its legal framework by embedding inclusive economic governance, strengthening institutional accountability, and codifying socio-economic rights as integral components of a sustainable counter-terrorism strategy.