CORPORAL PUNISHMENT – A GLOBAL TREND TOWARDS CHILD’S RIGHTS PROTECTION IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The paper examined the constitutionality or otherwise of corporal punishment on Nigerian children, often imposed by adults and institutions that take care of children. It analyses and synthesizes the jurisprudence and legal frameworks that supports or does not support this sensitive global issue. The paper finds that corporal punishment is a deprivation and a gross human right violation of children to life, health, dignity and integrity. The paper also looks on how the international community view this problem and makes a case for urgent legislative reforms in Nigeria banning excessive corporal punishment on children.