Makerere Law Journal

International Human Rights Law
Refugee Law

When Half Bread Is Simply Not Enough: Internally Displaced Children In The Boko Haram Insurgency And Nigeria's Obligation Under The 2009 Kampala Convention

Article by Olusola Babatunde Adegbite

Abstract

The obligations for Nigeria under the Kampala Convention are present and true. The Boko Haram insurgency has presented a salient problem of internal displacement caused by insurgency and other negative impacts on children. While there have been significant domestic responses to these obligations by the Government of Nigeria, there are still large impediments to the full realization of these obligations. It is our hope that these issues are adequately addressed to usher the country’s internally displaced children into a new season of robust assistance and protection.

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The Law And Women's Rights In Armed Conflict: A Comprehensive Analysis With A Focus On Nigeria

A.O. Rita & A. Theresa

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is developed to protect all individuals during armed conflict, with specific provisions addressing the conduct of hostilities and the protection of civilians. However, women, as a vulnerable group, disproportionately suffer gross human rights violations and long-term consequences during and after conflicts. This paper explores the concept of armed conflict and the legal frameworks established to safeguard civilians, particularly women. It critically examines the devastating impact of armed conflict on women and analyses existing international, regional, and domestic laws related to their protection. The paper further discusses the available legal redress for women violated during conflicts and assesses the prospects, challenges, and overall effectiveness of implementing these laws in Nigeria.