A CRITICAL EXAMINATION OF THE LEGAL AND MORAL IMPLICATION OF FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION IN NIGERIA

Abstract

This research examines the concept of female genital mutilation or female genital cutting in Nigeria. God who created man and woman, put certain parts in place for different purposes and functions. Amongst those numerous parts include the reproductive organs in male and female called the penis and vagina respectively. The organs are responsible for excretion of waste product, agents of conception and consummation of a legal binding union between a man and a woman. Man, due to his ignorance has decided to alter Gods creation by an act called female genital mutilation. This research work would critically examine the types of female genital cutting, it would also talk about the health implications of female genital mutilation on the woman. This works discusses the legal and moral implication of female genital mutilation and the fact that the act is a violation of basic human right with statutory backing. This project work would recommend ways to further eradicate this act as attempt to combat this act has been a work in progress. This research work would serve as not just an academic work but a useful in informing them and educating them on the matter of female genital mutilation.

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