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The Social Context of Reported Rape in Benin City, Nigeria

Year: 1998

Type: article

Abstract: This study examined the social context of rape in Benin City, Nigeria, through analysis of rape cases reported to a police clinic in the city. The results showed that female adolescents were more likely than older women to present to the clinic as rape victims. The most common type of reported rape was gang rape followed by domestic rape, while rape involving unknown assailants, was less common. The police clinic lacked counselling procedures to address the associated psychological effects of rape. We conclude that a multidisciplinary approach, including appropriate policy and legal frameworks, is needed to more comprehensively address the complex psycho-social issues associated with rape in Benin City. (Afr J Rep rod Health 1998;2(2):37—43) KEY WORDS: Rape, adolescents, Nigeria, women, police

Source: African Journal of Reproductive Health

Authors: Francisco Isi Omorodion, Olubamidele Olusanya

Institution: University of Benin

Language: English

Topic: Sexual Assault and Victimization Studies

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W79074536

FWCI: 2.17

Cites: 5

Cited by: 29

Related to: 10