- Volume 13, Number 1 (2025)
GENDERED CONSEQUENCES OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE ON IGALA WOMEN IN RURAL NIGERIA
Ojima Victor Aliyu
Violence against women remains a pervasive global issue, with far-reaching implications for individuals, families, and societies. The Beijing Platform for Action (1995) highlights various forms of violence against women, including physical, sexual, and psychological abuse within the family and in broader societal contexts. These forms of violence encompass acts such as battering, marital rape, dowry-related violence, and female genital mutilation, among others. Additionally, non-spousal violence in the form of rape, sexual harassment, and intimidation in the workplace, as well as trafficking and forced prostitution, also significantly contribute to the widespread abuse of women. Despite efforts to address these issues, women...
HIGHER EDUCATION AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION: THE NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE
Grace Temitope Ogunleye, Sunday Ayotunde Alade
Education plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of individuals and societies, serving as an agent of change that fosters transformation and empowerment. University education, in particular, stands as a cornerstone for youth development, offering a platform to equip young people with the necessary skills and knowledge for personal and societal growth. As identified by the British Department for International Development (DFID), education is central to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development, making it a critical tool in the global effort to address socio-economic challenges. In the context of Nigeria, university education is considered a key instrument for uplifting...
SOCIOCULTURAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL INFLUENCES ON PREMARITAL SEXUAL BEHAVIOR AMONG NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Grace Oluwatosin Adeyemi, Daniel Chukwudi Okonkwo, Amina Yetunde Bello
Adolescent sexual behavior has become a growing concern worldwide, with increasing premarital sexual activities observed in various regions, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa. Studies have highlighted a concerning rise in sexual activity among adolescents, often coupled with limited knowledge about sexual and reproductive health. In many developing countries, youth are often unable to openly discuss sexual matters due to cultural taboos and social stigmas. Consequently, young people frequently rely on peers for information, which may be inadequate or misleading. Research indicates that adolescents possess limited understanding of puberty, sexual health, and contraception, increasing their vulnerability to sexual health risks, including unintended pregnancies...