Arrangement of Sections
1. Prohibition of marriage or civil union by persons of same sex.
2. Solemnization of same sex marriage in places of worship.
3. Recognized marriage in Nigeria.
4. Registration of homosexual clubs and societies.
SAME SEX MARRIAGE (PROHIBITION) ACT 2014
An Act to prohibit a marriage contract or civil union entered into between persons of same sex, solemnization of same; and for related matters.
[Commencement] 7th Day of January, 2014]
Prohibition of marriage or civil union by persons of same sex
1. (1)A marriage contract or civil union entered into between persons of same sex:
Solemnization of same sex marriage in places of worship
2. (1)A marriage contract or civil union entered into between persons of same sex shall not be solemnized in a church, mosque or any other place of worship in Nigeria.
Recognized Marriage in Nigeria
3 Only a marriage contracted between a man and a woman shall be recognized as valid in Nigeria.
Registration of homosexual clubs and societies
4. (1)The Registration of gay clubs, societies and organisations, their sustenance, processions and meetings is prohibited.
Offences and Penalties
5. (1)A person who enters into a same sex marriage contract or civil union commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a term of 14 years imprisonment.
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