IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

JOURNAL OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP RESEARCH (JPSLR )

E-ISSN 2504-883X
P-ISSN 2695 2432
VOL. 10 NO. 3 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56201/jpslr.v10.no3.2024.pg1.8

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Disabled Polygamy and Nation Building in Nigeria

Remi Chukwudi Okeke, Ph.D, Onwuasoigwe Chioma Alice, Ph.D

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Abstract

Polygamy remains a prevalent institution in Nigeria, profoundly influencing cultural norms and societal dynamics. This paper delves into the intricate relationship between the nation’s polygamous antecedents and the nation-building challenges in the country. Through an examination of its historical and cultural dimensions, it explores the impact of disabled polygamy on different facets of nation-building, including social cohesion and gender relations. Drawing on a range of scholarly sources, the paper evaluates the complex interplay between polygamy and nation-building. By critically examining these issues, the paper contributes to a distinct understanding of the dynamics of polygamy within the Nigerian context and offers insights into the implications for nation-building.

keywords:

Polygamy, Polygamy in Africa, Polygamy in Nigeria, Disabled Polygamy, Nationbuilding

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