The Scope of Law, Religion and Human Rights in Nigeria
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2010
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Journal of Law and Diplomacy
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It is intended in this work to examine the provisions of the constitution of
the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 vis – a- viz the provisions of other
relevant laws as they allow for the enjoyment of religious practices by
individuals and by communities of faith .The clarity of language, the
intendment of the law makers will also be highlighted with a view of
seeing the impact of such provisions. The Social, cultural, economic and
political milieu of the country will also be examined in order to assess the
impact and practicability of the rights by citizens through observance of
religious beliefs. An individual’s enjoyment of these rights is weighed
against other interests such as public health, safety and welfare of
society. The interplay of religion and areas of conflict suggestive of
qualified or restricted enjoyment of rights will also be examined.
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Olayinka, O.F. : “The Scope of Law, Religion and Human Rights in Nigeria” (2010) 7(2) Journal of Law and Diplomacy