Archives Tag: Rape
Social Media Roundup
April 19, 2022
This week, social media was characteristically actively buzzing. Seyitan/D’Banj Sympathetic members of the Twitterati have greeted the news that D’Banj’s much-publicized rape saga would be at an end after all with mixed feelings. A great many have expressed regret at the suddenness of the decision by Seyitan’s camp in withdrawing the suit. Others have … Continue reading Social Media Roundup
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Social Media Roundup
April 19, 2022
This Friday, social media has been buzzing (as ever) and in the never-ending vortex of information and conversation, we cherry-picked some of the most relevant and germane in our weekly round-up of social media trends. So here goes. Read more about Social Media Roundup D’Banj And Seyitan I will speak to what actually transpired … Continue reading Social Media Roundup
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Do You Know Legal Demands of Punishment For Rape As A Criminal Offence?
April 19, 2022
Under the Criminal Codes of southern and northern Nigeria, rape is a criminal offence punishable by “imprisonment for life, with or without caning. Also, attempted rape is punishable by 14 years of imprisonment.” The Centre for Reproductive Law and Policy (CRLP) corroborates this information and adds that in southern Nigeria, “assaults committed against girls … Continue reading Do You Know Legal Demands of Punishment For Rape As A Criminal Offence?
By jeremiah
Everyday Heroes: The TrackAm Team
April 19, 2022
Though not much is known about this name-Prince Enwerem, it is one, however, that attention must be paid to; both now and in the near future. Prince Enwerem hails from Imo state, of the Igbo stock in Nigeria. He was born on the 8th of January in Calabar but has had a fair share … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: The TrackAm Team
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Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (III)
April 19, 2022
What Other Offences Are Similar To Rape? The Criminal Law of Lagos 2015 and other relevant laws contains an avalanche of similar offences to the offence of rape. The list and the punishments are reproduced hereunder: Child defilement under section 137 of the law, life imprisonment;Sexual assault by penetration under section 261 of the law, life imprisonment;Attempt … Continue reading Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (III)
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Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (II)
April 19, 2022
How do you prove the offence of Rape? In the case of POSU & ANOR v. THE STATE (2011) 3 NWLR 393, the Nigerian Supreme Court itemized the requirements for the proof of rape when the court held as follows: “In a charge of rape or unlawful carnal knowledge of a female without her consent, it … Continue reading Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (II)
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Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (I)
April 19, 2022
Over the last couple of weeks, the Nigerian news media has been awash with the reportage of a series of rape incidences across the length and breadth of the country. More worrisome is that perpetrators of the heinous act have become more dastardly in their methodology, often preferring to leave their victims for dead, terribly … Continue reading Dissecting Some Contemporary Issues On The Offence Of Rape (I)
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Everyday Heroes: Itoro Eze-Anaba
April 19, 2022
A lot has bedevilled the Girl Child in Africa; one of such monsters is the issue of rape and sexual assaults made on women. Though there are a lot of campaigns that are on-going on the subject matter, there are just very few notable ones that are causing the effects of a rolling stone. One … Continue reading Everyday Heroes: Itoro Eze-Anaba
By jeremiah
Sex: Consent is Not Just a Word
April 19, 2022
In the original classic Sleeping Beauty, the prince does not wake the sleeping girl up with a kiss. He comes upon her and, unable to resist her beauty, has sex with her, leaving her pregnant with twins. Yep, he rapes her in her sleep. Of course, Disney recognizes this as a horrible narrative, so that … Continue reading Sex: Consent is Not Just a Word
By jehonwa
10 Questions for Osasu Paul-Azino, Coordinator, Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation
April 19, 2022
Osasu Paul-Azino is the coordinator of the Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation which was founded in 2005 after the passing of the beloved Pastor Bimbo Odukoya. She talks to Joy Ehonwa about the mission of PBOF, how you can help, and her motivation for what she does. CN: What’s your professional background? I’m a trained peer … Continue reading 10 Questions for Osasu Paul-Azino, Coordinator, Pastor Bimbo Odukoya Foundation
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The Pain and Shame of Stigma
April 19, 2022
The struggle to connect and be loved as imperfect beings makes life worth living. However, the shame that arises from rejection makes life miserable, threatens identity and mocks the purpose of life. As a result of the complex nature of human beings, the healing process ought to be all encompassing. If medications heal diseases, what … Continue reading The Pain and Shame of Stigma
A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 5
April 19, 2022
In case you missed it, read A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 4 40. Can a man be accused and tried of raping a prostitute? Yes. It is not a defense to the offence of rape that a victim is a “common” commercial sex worker. In Nigeria, prostitution is neither legal … Continue reading A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 5
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A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 4
April 19, 2022
Is there an age limit for people charged with rape? What is the difference between rape and sexual assault legally? All these questions and more are answered in today’s part of A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape In case you missed it, A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 3 From the editor: Please note that … Continue reading A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 4
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A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 3
April 19, 2022
Can a man be a victim of rape in Nigeria? Can a woman be accused of manslaughter for killing her rapist in the act? Can a woman be charged for raping another woman? All these questions and more are answered in today’s segment of A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape In case you missed it: … Continue reading A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 3
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A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 2
April 19, 2022
Editor’s note: In case you missed it, read A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 1 6. Is rape committed when a sexual intercourse takes place with a sleeping or drunken woman? Yes. It is a case of rape because it means that there is no consent. 7. What is punishment[1] … Continue reading A Lawyer’s Perspective: 50 Answered Questions on Rape Pt. 2
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