Observatoire des droits humains (anglais seulement)

Why the hijab controversy persists in Nigeria's public schools

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par Adeyemi Balogun, Lecturing, Osun State University

Hijab use in Nigeria’s public schools has become highly controversial, in some cases leading to riots, fatalities, the destruction of school property and the closure of schools. Adeyemi Balogun, a PhD holder in the history of religion with research interests in Muslim culture and Muslim/ Christian relations, sets out why the issue is so contentious, and what can be done to ease tensions.

What is the hijab?

The hijab has become a term…

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