This event will take place on Tuesday, April 25 from 11:00-13:00 CET
Approximately 81% of Nigerians experienced at least one legal problem in the past year. This figure is based on a recent study conducted by HiiL in 2022 which examines the justice needs of Nigerians.
On Tuesday, 25 April, HiiL and partners will gather in Abuja to discuss findings and implications from this latest Justice Needs and Satisfaction study.
Nigeria is moving towards people-centred justice in important ways. This is especially true for justice sector professionals and political leaders working in three states: Imo, Ogun and Kaduna. However, the data used to build and implement a systemic and integrated approach to access to justice is based on 2018 survey data.
Now, HiiL is pleased to announce the forthcoming launch of the Justice Needs and Satisfaction (JNS) Nigeria 2023 Report. More than 6,500 adults participated in this study which sheds light on the state of people-centred justice in Africa’s most populous country.
“The JNS Nigeria 2023 Report report is an essential tool for understanding the needs of the population, identifying areas that require improvement, and monitoring the progress of various justice initiatives.“
Highlights from the study
- Approximately 81% of Nigerians experience at least one legal problem in the past year, with many facing multiple problems.
- 55% of all legal problems were resolved either partially or completely, with about 82% of those resolutions deemed fair or very fair.
- The most common legal problem categories experienced by Nigerians include disputes with neighbours, domestic violence, land disputes, crime, and housing problems.
- Approximately 86% of Nigerians with a legal problem take some form of action to address their most serious problem.
- When addressing their most pressing legal problems, people often rely on their inner circle, frequently seeking help from family and friends.
- Beyond one’s social network, the most frequent sources of help include the police (11%), community/traditional leaders (8%), religious authorities (6%), landlords (6%), local public authorities (5%), and lawyers (5%).
