TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABSTRACT
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Research Questions
1.4 Objectives of the Study
1.5 Significance of the Study
1.6 Scope of the Study
1.7 Research Methodology
1.8 Definition of Key Terms
CHAPTER TWO: CONCEPTUAL AND THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
2.1 Concept of Human Rights
2.2 Concept of National Security
2.3 Theories on the Relationship between Human Rights and National Security
2.4 Legal Framework for the Protection of Human Rights in Nigeria
2.5 National Security Architecture in Nigeria
CHAPTER THREE: LEGAL FRAMEWORK GOVERNING HUMAN RIGHTS AND NATIONAL SECURITY IN NIGERIA
3.1 Constitutional Provisions on Human Rights and National Security
3.2 International Human Rights Instruments Ratified by Nigeria
3.3 The Role of Security Agencies and Compliance with Human Rights Standards
3.4 Limitations of Fundamental Rights under the Nigerian Constitution
3.5 Judicial Interpretation of Human Rights in National Security Cases
CHAPTER FOUR: HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN THE NAME OF NATIONAL SECURITY
4.1 Cases of Human Rights Violations by Security Agencies
4.2 The Role of the Judiciary in Safeguarding Human Rights
4.3 The Impact of Counter-Terrorism Laws on Human Rights
4.4 The Use of Emergency Powers and Derogation from Human Rights
4.5 International Best Practices in Balancing Human Rights and National Security
CHAPTER FIVE: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Conclusion
5.3 Recommendations
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