Nigeria on Divorce

When marriages end by way of divorce or when parties are separated, the question of entitlement to maintenance either by way of spousal support or child support often arises.

Child custody in Nigeria is a complex legal issue governed by various laws, including the Child Rights Act, the Child Rights Law of states, the Matrimonial Causes Act, and customary laws.

In Nigeria, marriages can be classified as statutory or customary/Islamic marriage. Customary marriages are marriages contracted in accordance with the dictates of the native laws and customs. Customary