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A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria
Mini Dissertation (LLM (Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Africa))--University of Pretoria, 2024.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/99125 A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria Durojaye, Ebenezer chukwumangozichukwu@gmail.com Chukwuma, Ngozichukwu UCTD Rights-based approach to reproductive care Restrictive abortion laws Self-managed abortion (SMA) Human rights standards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) SDG-03: Good health and well-being Law theses SDG-03 SDG-05: Gender equality Law theses SDG-05 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Law theses SDG-10 Mini Dissertation (LLM (Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Africa))--University of Pretoria, 2024. In Nigeria, the intersection of restrictive abortion laws, socio-cultural barriers, and inadequate healthcare services has significantly hindered women's access to safe and legal abortion, leading many to resort to self-managed abortion (SMA). This research critically examines self-managed abortion through a rights-based approach, highlighting the urgent need to align Nigeria's legal and policy frameworks with international and regional human rights standards. The study explores how existing legal provisions in Nigeria, such as the Criminal Code and Penal Code, criminalise abortion except under limited circumstances, violating women's rights to autonomy, privacy, and the highest attainable standard of health. It further analyses the socio-cultural factors, including stigma, gender inequality, and religious beliefs, that perpetuate harmful practices and restrict women's access to safe abortion services. Through a comprehensive review of international human rights instruments, such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights, the research emphasises the principles of self-determination, dignity, non-discrimination, freedom from torture, cruel, inhumane or degrading treatment and health as fundamental to women's reproductive rights. The study also draws on lessons from other African jurisdictions, particularly Kenya, to propose a progressive legal and policy framework that supports self-managed abortion in Nigeria. The research concludes with recommendations for legislative reform, increased public awareness, and the integration of SMA into Nigeria's healthcare system. It advocates for a shift from punitive approaches to supportive measures that respect women's autonomy and promote safe reproductive health practices, thereby advancing reproductive rights and health equity in Nigeria. This work is essential for legal, ethical, and policy discourses on reproductive rights in Nigeria, contributing to the broader struggle for gender equality and women's empowerment. Centre for Human Rights LLM (Sexual and Reproductive Rights in Africa) Unrestricted Faculty of Laws 2024-11-18T11:59:07Z 2024-11-18T11:59:07Z 2024-12 2024-08 Mini Dissertation * D2024 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99125 Disclaimer Letter en © 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Rights-based approach to reproductive care Restrictive abortion laws Self-managed abortion (SMA) Human rights standards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) SDG-03: Good health and well-being Law theses SDG-03 SDG-05: Gender equality Law theses SDG-05 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Law theses SDG-10 A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title | A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title_full | A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title_fullStr | A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title_full_unstemmed | A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title_short | A right-based approach to self-managed abortion in Nigeria |
| title_sort | right based approach to self managed abortion in nigeria |
| topic | UCTD Rights-based approach to reproductive care Restrictive abortion laws Self-managed abortion (SMA) Human rights standards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) SDG-03: Good health and well-being Law theses SDG-03 SDG-05: Gender equality Law theses SDG-05 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Law theses SDG-10 |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99125 |