This term paper focused on the prevalence and panacea of domestic violence in Nigeria. The study assessed the rate of occurrence and causes of domestic violence. It also assessed the remedy to the domestic violence and strategies to curb the perpetrators of domestic violence. Domestic violence is an issue which must be dealt with on time before it gets out of hand. Women’s lives are at risk when they reside in the same house with people who could end their lives just because of trivial issues or because they cannot control their temper. Violence does not only affect such men/women, but it also affects their children, their aged parents and the society as a whole. People who constantly suffer violence cannot render any positive help towards the society. To reduce domestic violence situation in Nigeria, all stakeholders must be involved; the communities, religious groups, institutions and government at all levels.

Keywords: Prevalence, Panacea, Domestic Violence,

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