Nigeria - 2003 - Justice

Child's Right Act, 2003

Justice, Nigeria

This Act is to ensure the best interest of the child in all actions for adequate protection and care for the wellbeing of the child. The Act covers the rights and responsibilities of a child, protection of the rights of a child, the use of children in criminal activities, child labour, sexual abuse and other exploitation.

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January 2022

This Act is to ensure the best interest of the child in all actions for adequate protection and care for the wellbeing of the child. The Act covers the rights and responsibilities of a child, protection of the rights of a child, the use of children in criminal activities, child labour, sexual abuse and other exploitation.

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