Legal Framework on the Protection of Migrant Women in Domestic Work against Exploitation in Nigeria

With the biggest economy and population on the continent, Nigeria is one of the biggest nations in Africa. Thus, Nigeria is both a source and a destination for African exploitation and migration. All around the world, migration has become widespread, with women making up the majority. The effectiveness of international treaties, conventions, and Nigerian labour laws in shielding women migrant domestic workers (WMDW) from exploitation and slavery in Nigeria is examined in this study. It highlights the obstacles preventing the creation of efficient regulatory frameworks for WMDW in Nigeria and examines the nature, dynamics, and developments of domestic servitude. Using a desktop review, the study examines the legislative and policy frameworks in Nigeria that safeguard this minority community. Primary and secondary sources, like legal literature, books, legislation, case laws, and peer-reviewed publications, were consulted. The study found that Nigeria's institutional and legislative frameworks are still insufficient to address the vulnerabilities of WMDW, even in the face of regional and international labour norms designed to protect domestic workers. It came to the conclusion that a strong legal system, together with efficient enforcement and public awareness, can help create a more just and compassionate workplace for domestic workers in Nigeria.