Stop and search is legal in Nigeria only when police have reasonable suspicion and act within the law.

Abuse happens when officers profile, intimidate, extort, assault, or force access to phones/social media without lawful grounds.

Citizens have rights during stop and search, including asking why they’re being stopped, refusing unlawful searches, and seeking legal remedies if abused.

Trial by ordeal still exists in Nigeria despite being clearly prohibited by law, reflecting a clash between traditional beliefs and the modern legal system.

The practice violates fundamental rights such as the right to life, human dignity, and fair hearing, and Nigerian courts have ruled that no cultural or religious belief can justify it.

Its persistence is driven by deep-rooted beliefs, fear of supernatural consequences, and weak law enforcement, ultimately undermining the rule of law.

Family disputes in Nigeria commonly arise from marriage, child custody, inheritance, and domestic violence, and when handled informally, they often escalate and lead to rights violations or legal trouble.

Nigerian law provides clear frameworks for resolving family disputes, including the Matrimonial Causes Act, Child’s Rights Act, VAPP Act, and succession laws, all of which prioritise due process and protection of vulnerable parties.

Lawful resolution methods such as mediation, court intervention, and protection orders help prevent self-help, violence, and disobedience of court orders, ensuring disputes are resolved peacefully and legally.