Section 38
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In our last discussion we learnt about the Section 37- Right to private and family life. Todaay, we’ll be learning about Section 38
Section 38 of the Constitution provides that every citizen of Nigeria is entitled to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.
- You have the right to decide on the religion of your choice
- You have the right to change your religion as you so wish, at any point in time, without necessarily consulting another person.
A change of religion should not be under any form of compulsion by any person, association or government.
You’re free to think what you want, and choose whatsoever religion you want and also express it!
The Supreme Court of Nigeria had on the 17th of June 2022, upheld the Court of Appeal’s decision which allowed the use of hijab by female Muslim students in Lagos State.
As a result of this decision, a lawyer, Malcolm Omoirhobo, appeared at the Supreme Court dressed in an attire as though he was a herbalist.
I’m certain many Nigerians haven’t forgotten about this.
He explained that the decision of the Supreme Court promotes the right to freedom of though, conscience and religion.
Although his action was somewhat ludicrous, hilarious and likely to bring about sanctions due to his noble profession, he, however was merely expressing his fundamental right guaranteed and protected in the constitution and affirmed by the Supreme Court.
Please don’t say I told you to dress like a herbalist o!
Meanwhile, this section of the constitution prohibits the forming or taking part in the activity or being a member of a secret society or secret cult.
This is where we draw the curtain today, thank you for yet another time of learning
Do well to enforce these rights and as always..
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Prepared by: Esther Ude and Olayinka Aderinwale
Edited by: Esther Ude
