2 years
Under the Matrimonial Causes Act in Nigeria, a husband or wife in a marriage can only request for a divorce from the courts after they have been married for at least 2 years. The reason for this 2-year rule (as it is sometimes called) is because of the desire of the courts to protect the institution of marriage.
How does separation work in Nigeria?
Where an order of Legal separation (or judicial separation) is granted, the couple’s ceases to cohabit; they live apart but still remains legally married to each other. The process used in instituting a legal separation in Nigeria is by a Petition filed at any High Court in Nigeria.
How much does it cost to file divorce in Nigeria?
As it stands, based on general reports from various legal sources across the country, the overall cost of filing divorce case ranges between N250,000 to N600,000 depending on the court, lawyers’ charges and occasionally, the reason for the divorce.
Is adultery a crime in Nigeria?
Adultery is a criminal offence under the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria. Section 387 and 388 stipulate imprisonment for two years, and/or with a fine for adultery. Adultery will only be a ground for divorce if the spouse finds it intolerable.
Can I get a divorce without a lawyer in Nigeria?
The first thing you should know is that you will need the services of a lawyer to get a divorce. Under Nigerian divorce law, a lawyer has to represent you in court in order to bring your case for divorce. Now, we could end this article at this point, and say, if you need a divorce, then go out and get a lawyer.
How to get a separation from your Marriage in Nigeria. A separation isn’t the same as a divorce. Separation means that you are living apart from your spouse, and no longer acting as a married couple with your spouse. However, you’re still legally married until you get an order from the court dissolving the marriage.
Who gets custody of child in separation in Nigeria?
In most cases, couples in separation usually do not bicker over who takes custody of the children, especially if they are still infants or minors. The presumption is that the mother will usually have custody of them. It has been held in a decided Supreme Court case of Odogwu v. Odogwu (1992) 2 NWLR (pt.
