MARRIAGE UNDER ISLAMIC LAW IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: AN EXAMINATION OF LEGAL AGE, CONSENT, AND GUARDIANSHIP.
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Marriage is a fundamental institution recognized in both religious and secular legal systems. In Northern Nigeria, where Islamic law (Sharia) is widely practiced, the legal framework governing marriage is rooted in Islamic jurisprudence. This research investigates the application of Islamic legal principles regarding the age of marriage, the necessity and validity of consent, and the role of guardianship (wali) in marital contracts. The project seeks to analyze how these principles align or conflict with Nigerian statutory laws and international human rights standards, particularly regarding child protection and gender equality
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