International Standards on Gender Mainstreaming: An Analysis of Nigeria’s Compliance.

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dc.contributor.authorAbdulraheem-Mustapha, M.A.
dc.contributor.authorLawal-Gambari, B.S.
dc.date.accessioned2026-02-04T15:39:31Z
dc.date.available2026-02-04T15:39:31Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.description.abstractThe Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in 1948, gave rise to the substantial attention given to gender equality as a critical component of human rights and social justice. In pursuit of gender equality in the global space, examining disparities and successes among jurisdictions will shed light on the multifaceted challenges and opportunities in achieving true gender parity. In Nigeria for instance, while significant progress has been made to prioritise gender equality through the signing of treaties and domestication of legal instruments, challenges persist in realising gender equality in strategic sectors such as employment, education, healthcare, and politics. This emphasises the need for carefully thought-out interventions to address systemic gender inequalities in Nigeria. Using an interdisciplinary approach, this paper critically analyses the extent to which gender considerations have been mainstreamed into legislation and policies of government in Nigeria. The paper aims to identify key strategies and best practices from some selected jurisdictions that can inform Nigeria's efforts to accelerate progress towards gender parity. The analysis will draw upon case studies and empirical data from cross-country experiences to provide a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges faced in Nigeria in promoting gender equality within its respective socio-economic contexts. By learning and leveraging international best practices, Nigeria can overcome systemic barriers and create an inclusive society where women and girls enjoy equal rights and opportunities. Keywords: Gender equality, gender mainstreaming, compliance, international standards, gender parity, social justice
dc.identifier.citationGender equality, gender mainstreaming, compliance, international standards, gender parity, social justice
dc.identifier.urihttps://uilspace.unilorin.edu.ng/handle/123456789/16935
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherPublished by the National Institute for Leg- islative and Democratic Studies, National Assembly, Abuja.
dc.relation.ispartofseries11(2); 1-18,
dc.titleInternational Standards on Gender Mainstreaming: An Analysis of Nigeria’s Compliance.
dc.title.alternativeNigerian Journal of Legislative Affairs, (NJLA)
dc.typeArticle

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