1. Overview
Marriage, divorce, and family law in Nigeria govern the legal relationships between individuals in domestic partnerships, including the establishment and dissolution of these relationships. The primary piece of federal legislation covering marriage and divorce is the Marriage Act of 1970 for marriages, and the Matrimonial Causes Act of 1970 for divorce. However, family law can also be influenced by local...
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