CHEGWE, Emeke, NelsonJoseph E. Edeth2024-12-182024-12-182024https://nigeriareposit.nln.gov.ng/handle/20.500.14186/1757The main focus of the article is Nigeria as a whole. It focuses on Nigerian legislation that are relevant to safeguarding women's rights. It also looks at other issues affecting women's rights in Nigeria as well as the detrimental sociocultural traditions that are common in the various Nigerian societies.Introduction: historical context. gender discriminatory laws and practices in Nigeria. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended). Cumbersome Acquisition of Citizenship and Residency Rights. Inappropriate Marriage Laws. A Culture of Violence. Denial of Property Rights. Civil Status. Control of Women’s Fertility and Sexuality. Legal Reforms and Progress. Violence against Persons (Prohibition) Act 2015. Rape under the VAPP Act.enArticle