Posts Tagged: Trial by Ordeal

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.