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Child Custody in Nigeria: Procedure and Requirements (What Parents Should Know)

Child custody in nigeria

Introduction, Child custody battle is a draining experience all over the world and Nigeria is no exception. As you may have guessed, the welfare of the child or children in question, is the main interest of the Court. Establishing that the interest and welfare of the child can and will be protected by the parent […]

Divorce Process in Nigeria: A Full Guide

Once a marriage hits the rocks, divorce is imminent. When the marriage relationship is beyond saving, partners begin to worry about the process of obtaining a divorce. It is not all doom as some people make it sound. This article examines the divorce process in Nigeria. It is a full guide that every couple seeking […]

Co-Parenting After Divorce: A Comprehensive Guide

Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, especially when children are involved. While the breakup of a marriage is hard, it doesn’t have to mean the breakdown of a family. Co-parenting offers a way for parents to continue raising their children together, despite living apart. In Nigeria, where family ties and traditions run deep, […]

Statutory Marriage in Nigeria: All You Need To Know

Marriage is a legally or culturally recognized and acceptable union of persons as spouses, establishing the rights and obligations between them and their children.  Marriage can also be called matrimony or wedlock in a culturally or legally recognized union. The most common form of marriage is that of a man and a woman to be […]

What’s The Difference Between Customary and Statutory Marriage: 12 Major Differences You Should Know

man and woman in a statutory wedding attire

Marriage has always been an important aspect of every culture. In most of them, it is a union of a man and a woman. In other cultures, there’s a variation that involves more than one woman, or more than one man.  In some countries, the laws dictate how many persons are involved. If you’re planning […]