ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS MOVEMENT IN NIGERIA: CONSTRAINTS AND THE WAY FORWARD
), Nkechinyere Huomachi Worluh-Okolie(2),
(1) L.L.M, BL, MPA, PhD lecturer, Faculty of Law, Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
(2) Ph.D., (JP), Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Law, Public Law Department, Benson Idahosa University, Benin City.
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Abstract
This article examined the environmental rights movement in Nigeria using a doctrinal legal research method, analyzing legal sources such as legislation, case law, and constitutional provisions. The study aimed to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of Nigeria’s existing legal framework for environmental protection. It found that although the Nigerian Constitution recognized the right to a healthy environment, the enforcement of this right was hindered by several structural and institutional challenges. These included outdated and ineffective environmental laws, inadequate implementation by regulatory bodies, judicial hesitance in adjudicating environmental rights cases, and the dominant influence of corporate and economic interests that often-compromised environmental sustainability. The article concluded that strengthening the environmental rights movement in Nigeria was essential. It emphasized the need for more effective advocacy focused on legislative reform, governmental accountability, and increased public awareness of environmental issues.
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