CAPITAL PUNISHMENT IN NIGERIA: A CRITICAL NEED FOR REFORM

ABSTRACT

The death penalty has long been a topic of heated debate, with many arguments put forth in its support. The Middle East and Africa are noted as some of the regions where the death penalty is still prevalent; most African nations continue to uphold it despite the increasing global push for abolition and adherence to international human rights standards. This paper seeks to significantly enhance and improve Nigeria’s criminal justice administration and contribute to the reduction, if not elimination, of crime. The paper employs library research methods, using both primary and secondary legal sources, and utilises internet resources to provide contemporary insights and analyses.

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UNILAG Law Review, (2024) Volume 7 Edition 1.