A recent report by Hope Behind Bars Africa (HBBA) has revealed that 82 Nigerian women are currently on death row in various correctional centers across the country. The report, titled “Beyond Her Silence: A Technical Analysis of Gender and Capital Punishment,” highlights the plrightexperiences of these women, who are often victims of gender-based violence, poverty, and systemic injustices.
The study, which analyzed data from 60 female death row inmates across 10 states, found that 47% of the women were between the ages of 18 and 35, while over one-third had no formal education. Many of these women were mothers, leaving behind children in fragile care arrangements. The report also revealed that 37% of the women had experienced gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, forced marriage, and child marriage.
The HBBA report calls for the abolition of the death penalty, citing its irreversible nature and disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations. The organization is advocating for gender-sensitive reforms in Nigeria’s criminal justice system, including improved access to legal aid, vocational training, and psychosocial support for women on death row.
The Nigerian Correctional Service has pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to implement these reforms and promote gender-sensitive practices within the justice system.
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