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Justice Research Institute · Est. Nigeria

Advancing justice, strengthening systems, driving reform.

An independent, Nigeria-based institute producing the research, coalitions and capacity that people-centered justice reform requires — from courtrooms in Abuja to communities across West Africa.

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Our mandate

A justice system worthy of the people it serves.

JRI is the Founding Member and West Africa Lead of the Africa Alliance for People-Centred Justice — a coalition of governmental, non-governmental and intergovernmental organisations committed to closing the justice gap. We convene reformers, produce rigorous evidence, and build the institutional muscle required to translate ambition into outcomes.

SDG 16Peace & Justice
20+Years of reform
West AfricaAlliance lead
Events

Happening now.

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01 Ongoing Event

Protecting Children’s Rights in the Digital Age

Child Digital Rights and Safeguarding Initiative · Supported by Luminate Foundation

JRI is establishing a Child Digital Rights and Safeguarding Initiative to strengthen Nigeria’s institutional and legal response to online child protection. The programme assesses the adequacy of current frameworks, builds judicial and regulatory capacity to enforce children’s digital rights, and advances accountability mechanisms for the big technology companies operating in Nigeria.

SDG 16
Peace & Justice
Agenda 2030
Goals 16.1, 16.2, 16.7 & 16.10
Continent Wide
Africa
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02 Ongoing Event

Countering Polarisation and Strengthening Social Cohesion

The Active Citizens Initiative

Through the Active Citizens Initiative, JRI is addressing the growing challenge of social and political polarisation in Nigeria — conducting research, convening dialogues, supporting youth engagement and developing evidence-based policy that promotes peaceful coexistence, democratic resilience and civic trust.

SDG 16
Peace & Justice
Agenda 2030
Goal 16.1 & 16.7
Nation-Wide
Geopolitical Zones
Focus areas

Four lenses on the same question.

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People-Centred Justice & Governance

Advancing inclusive justice, accountable governance and evidence-based policy influence.

01

Digital Justice Innovation

Harnessing technology to strengthen institutions and expand access to justice.

02

Gender Justice & Human Rights

Survivor-centred SGBV response and protection for women, children and the vulnerable.

03

Youth-Led Civic Engagement

Empowering young people for civic participation, digital rights and social cohesion.

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Justice Research Institute and Luminate — Child Digital Rights and Safeguarding Initiative
Current programme

Protecting Children’s Rights in the Digital Age.

JRI is establishing a Child Digital Rights and Safeguarding Initiative to strengthen Nigeria’s institutional and legal response to online child protection. The programme assesses the adequacy of current frameworks, builds judicial and regulatory capacity to enforce children’s digital rights, and advances accountability mechanisms for the big technology companies operating in Nigeria.

  • 01Developing a national framework for safeguarding children’s rights online, grounded in the constitutional principles of dignity and equality.
  • 02Strengthening judicial and regulatory capacity to identify, interpret and respond to digital harms affecting minors.
  • 03Promoting accountability for technology companies through evidence-based advocacy and strategic litigation.
  • 04Raising public awareness through youth-led and community-driven campaigns on responsible digital citizenship.
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