The Nigerian Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (CFRN) protects fundamental human rights, including the right to life, freedom of movement, and freedom from discrimination.
Right to life
Section 33(1) of the CFRN states that everyone has the right to life, and no one can be intentionally killed except for a court-ordered execution
Right to freedom of movement
Section 41 of the CFRN states that all citizens have the right to move freely throughout Nigeria and to reside in any part of the country
Right to freedom from discrimination
The CFRN protects the right to freedom from discrimination and equality before the law
Right to fair hearing
Section 36 of the CFRN states that everyone has the right to a fair hearing within a reasonable time by an impartial court or tribunal
Right to personal liberty
Everyone has the right to personal liberty, except in cases of lawful arrest, non-compliance with court orders, or for the welfare of minors or public health
Right to privacy
Section 37 of the CFRN protects the privacy of citizens, their homes, correspondence, telephone conversations, and telegraphic communications
Other fundamental human rights in Nigeria include:
Right to dignity of human person
Right to liberty
Right to private and family life
Freedom of thought, conscience, and religion
Freedom of expression and press
Peaceful assembly and association
