THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK OF SAME SEX MARRIAGE IN NIGERIA: A LEGAL ASSESSEMT
Abstract
This study critically examines the legal framework of same-sex marriage in Nigeria, focusing on the Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act (SSMPA) 2013. It delves into the SSMPA alignment with Nigeria's Constitution, its compatibility with international human rights treaties, and its broader socio-legal implications. The research investigates whether the SSMPA infringes upon constitutional rights and international agreements, evaluating its impact on the LGBTQ community in Nigeria. Employing a doctrinal research methodology, utilising both the primary and the secondary sources. The Primary sources include the statutes such as the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Same Sex Marriage Prohibition Act, inter alia, and relevant case laws. The secondary sources include, case laws, textbooks, journals, newspapers, scholarly commentaries in articles and online materials. This study find that same-sex marriage poses a potential risk to the institution of marriage, which serves as the fundamental building block of both the family unit and society as a whole.
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