Social Justice

Justice  System : is all the structures put in place to ensure social justice in a nation or place.Core of it is the judiciary which is the branch of government responsible for interpreting and applying the law. It ensures justice, resolves disputes, and protects constitutional rights. These includes:Different courts like

-Supreme Court (or equivalent highest court)

- Court of Appeal

-High Court

-Lower/Magistrate Court

  - Customary Court 

Functions of the Judiciary:

• Interpretation of laws

• Protection of individual rights

• Ensuring justice and fairness

• Resolving disputes

• Reviewing government actions

Fundamental Rights:

Fundamental rights are basic human rights guaranteed by the constitution of a country. These rights ensure individual freedom, dignity, and equality. I’m Nigeria it is enshrined in the constitution of Nigeria.Theses includes:

1. Right to Life and Personal Liberty – Protection against unlawful killing or detention.It can be denied if the person violates another person’s rights to life.For example in murder cases 

2. Right to Equality – Freedom from discrimination based on race, gender, or religion.

3. Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression – The right to voice opinions and express one’s ideas 

4. Right to Freedom of Religion – The right to practice any faith of one’s choice 

5. Right to Education – Access to basic education by any citizen of the country in any part of the country.

6. Right to Work and Fair Wages – Protection against exploitation at workplace 

7. Right to Property – Ownership and control over property.

8. Right to Legal Protection – Access to Justice and fair trial