An Analysis of the Concept of Victims of Crimes in Nigeria

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I extend my sincere gratitude to all those who contributed to the completion of this project. Special thanks to my Supervisor (Name of your Supervisor), the Head of Department (Name of your HOD), the Lecturers in the department of Criminology and Security Studies, Book Authors and Profound Scholars of existing or related project material on “An Analysis of the Concept of Victims of Crimes in Nigeria” for their invaluable guidance, support, and expertise throughout the journey.

I am also grateful to your study area (mention any funding organizations, if applicable) for their financial assistance. This research would not have been possible without the encouragement and assistance of some stakeholders (mention any mentors, teachers, or colleagues). Additionally, I would like to acknowledge the understanding and patience of my family and friends during this endeavor. Your unwavering support has been a constant source of motivation. Thank you all for being part of this meaningful endeavor.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRELIMINARY PAGES

Title page
Approval page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Table of Contents
Abstract

CHAPTER ONE

1.0 General Introduction
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 The Statement of Research Problem
1.3 Objectives of the Research
1.4 Scope of the Research
1.5 Justification of the Study
1.6 Literature Review
1.7 Research Methodology
1.8 Organizational Layout of the Study

CHAPTER TWO

2.0 Clarification of Key Concepts
2.1 Definition of the Term “Trafficking” as a Crime and a Human Rights Violation
2.2 Definition of Human Trafficking
2.3 The meaning of the word “victim” and Victims of Crime
2.4 Definition of Human Rights
2.5 Victim Initiated Criminal Process

CHAPTER THREE

3.0 The General Concept and History of Human Trafficking and Victims of Crimes
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Concept of Human Trafficking
3.3 Trends in Labour Migration
3.4 Legal Concept of Victim of Trafficking
3.5 Concept of Victim Initiated Criminal Process

CHAPTER FOUR

4.0 International and Domestic Instruments For The Prevention of Human Trafficking In Nigeria
4.1 Introduction
4.2 The Role of International Instruments to Improve the Position of women and children as Victims of Trafficking and Abduction in the Administration of Justice
4.2.1 The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)4.2.2 Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) (1989) and the Optional Protocol to the CRC on the Sale of Children, Child Prostitution and Child Pornography (2000)
4.2.3 Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families (1990)
4.2.4 International Labour Organization Conventions
4.2.5 Benefits and Drawbacks of the Treaty Procedures
4.2.6 The Palermo Protocol /the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons especially Women and Children
4.2.4 International Criminal Law
4.3 The Role of Domestic Instruments for the prevention and control of Human Trafficking and Abduction in Nigeria
4.3.1 Right of Access to Justice and Fair Treatment
4.3.2 Victims”Ÿ right to fair treatment means right to be treated with compassion and respect for their dignity
4.3.3 Right to Protection of Privacy
4.3.4 Right to protection against traffickers and to institute action for remedies including compensation, restitution and recovery
4.3.5 Right to Assistance
4.3.6 Right of trafficked person to remain in the receiving country and to return to state of origin safely
4.3.7 Role of Prosecutors and Judges in the Protection of Victim”Ÿs rights and the Criminal Justice Administration
4.3.8 Role of Prosecutors
4.3.9 Role of Judges

CHAPTER FIVE

5.0 Conclusion
5.1 Summary
5.2 Findings
5.3 Recommendations

BIBLIOGRAPHY

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An Analysis of the Concept of Victims of Crimes in Nigeria

DEDICATION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABSTRACT