The right of access to justice as encapsulated in section 6 (6) (b) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 as amended, gives the power of adjudication to the courts.

However, Nigeria’s justice system is increasingly viewed as failing, characterized by inefficiencies, corruption, lack of access, and inadequate resources.

Editi Effiong, a producer of the film The Black Book speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, in Lagos Nigeria. Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.

The issue of delayed justice is not new in Nigeria. Many on Friday remembered the deadly protests of 2020 when young Nigerians demonstrating against police brutality were shot at and killed.

The consequences of Nigeria’s failing justice system are far-reaching, affecting not only individuals but also the broader societal fabric. 1. Erosion of Public Trust ...

Jungle justice, also known as mob justice or extrajudicial killing, remains a deeply troubling and entrenched phenomenon in Nigeria. Despite repeated condemnations from human rights groups, this ...

The Nigerian authorities have provided little information and no justice for a military airstrike on January 24, 2023 that killed 39 civilians and injured at least 6 others. Almost six months ...

NIGERIA — Christian Jonathan's mother was holding the 9-month-old boy in her arms when she was shot dead during an attack on their village in northwestern Nigeria.

Such is the nature of mob justice in Nigeria that few do. Sima Essien. Writer and student, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Published On 2 Feb 2023 2 Feb 2023.

The issue of delayed justice is not new in Nigeria. Many on Friday remembered the deadly protests of 2020 when young Nigerians demonstrating against police brutality were shot at and killed.

The issue of delayed justice is not new in Nigeria. Many on Friday remembered the deadly protests of 2020 when young Nigerians demonstrating against police brutality were shot at and killed.

New Netflix thriller tackling theme of justice in Nigeria is a global hit and a boon for Nollywood. Associated Press Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 5:52 p.m. | Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 5:52 p.m.