Overview

Criminology in Nigeria: Origin, Evolution and Trends explores the threads of the criminal justice system in Nigeria through past, present, and future trends. Tracing the roots of law and criminology in Nigeria, this book employs up-to-date research and case studies to elucidate the dynamic nature and impact of Nigeria’s criminal justice system. It sheds light on the various influences of the Nigerian criminal justice system, different types of crimes, and various sentencing practices. By doing so, the book encourages readers to engage in a more critical examination of research and strategies related to security and public safety in Nigeria. This book is an essential resource that caters to students, scholars, researchers, practitioners, and curious minds seeking to gain a deeper understanding of Nigeria’s criminal justice system. It evolves a thought-provoking guide and discourse, contributing to the ongoing dialogue and shaping the pursuit of justice and security in the Nigerian landscape.

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Author:   Abiodun Raufu ,  Lucy Tsado, Lamar University ,  Edidiong Mendie, Texas Southern University ,  Emmanuel Ben-Edet
Publisher:   Lexington Books
Imprint:   Lexington Books/Fortress Academic
Dimensions:   Width: 15.90cm , Height: 2.60cm , Length: 23.70cm
Weight:   0.590kg
ISBN:  

9781666954326

ISBN 10:   1666954322
Pages:   286
Publication Date:   16 July 2024
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Contents Foreword, by Ihekwoaba D. Onwudiwe Acknowledgments, by Abiodun Raufu, Lucy Tsado, Edidiong Mendie, Emmanuel Ben-Edet Part 1: Introduction: Criminology and the Nigerian Criminal Justice System Chapter 1. Origin and Evolution of Criminology, by Abiodun Raufu and Edidiong Mendie Chapter 2. Types of Crimes in Nigeria, by Gloria Okere Part 2: Law Enforcement in Nigeria Chapter 3. Origin and Evolution of Policing in Nigeria, by Oludayo Famakin-Johnson Chapter 4. Implementing Community Policing in Nigeria: Problems and Prospects, by Kawu Adamu Sule Part 3: Courts Systems in Nigeria Chapter 5. History and Evolution of Criminal Law in Nigeria, by Oluyemisi Bamgbose SAN Chapter 6. The Nigerian Court System, by Deborah D. Adeyemo Chapter 7. Sharia and the Nigerian Criminal Justice System, by Kawu Adamu Sule Part 4: Correctional and Related Systems Chapter 8. An Overview of Sentencing in Nigeria, by Edidiong Mendie and Lucy Tsado Chapter 9. Nigerian Correctional Service: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow, by Sadiq Ewaoda Amali and Don John Omale Chapter 10. The Challenges of Prisoner Reentry and Rehabilitation in Nigeria, by Olakunle Folami Chapter 11. Non-custodial Services in Administration in Nigeria: Current Development, by Obinna P. Ezeihuoma Part 5: Special Topics and Contemporary Issues Chapter 12. Terrorism, by Emmanuel Ben-Edet Chapter 13. Cybercrime and Cybersecurity in Nigeria, by Lucy Tsado, Ifeoma Okoye, and Doris Krakrafaa-Bestman Chapter 14. White Collar Crimes and Global Implications for Nigeria, by Edidiong Mendie Chapter 15. Domestic Violence in Nigeria, by Abiodun Raufu Chapter 16. Gang Formation and Violence in Nigeria, by Abiodun Raufu and Edidiong Mendie Part 6: Current and Future Trends of Crime and Justice in Nigeria Chapter 17. Forensic Science and the Criminal Justice System: Relevance to the Nigerian Prison System, by Edidiong Mendie Chapter 18. Reforming the Nigeria Criminal Justice System, by Benjamin Okorie Ajah, Obinna J. Eze, and John Thompson Okpa About the Contributors

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"""This welcome collection fills a gap in the literature on criminology and criminal justice in Nigeria. The chapters comprehensively examine the practice of criminal justice and the theoretical frameworks that underpin it. Furthermore, the authors explore the policy implications of criminological theories and their relevance in the Nigerian context. This book is highly recommended for researchers and students interested in an accessible study of criminology and criminal justice in Nigeria."" --O. Oko Elechi, Mississippi Valley State University"

Author Information

Abiodun Raufu is assistant professor of criminal justice at Southern University and A&M College. Lucy K. Tsado is associate professor in the Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice at Lamar University. Edidiong Mendie is lecturer/adjunct professor of criminal justice at California State University, Sacramento, and Texas Southern University. Emmanuel Ben-Edet is assistant professor at the W.E.B. Du Bois Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Clark Atlanta University.

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