THE CAUSES OF RAMPANT CASES OF DIVORCE AMONG THE MUSLIMS IN BORNO AND YOBE STATE, NIGERIA: SOLUTION FROM THE ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE

Abstract

This study investigated the rampant cases of divorce and its consequences in Borno and Yobe States, Nigeria. The cases of divorce women have tremendously increased, and relevant authorities are worried as indecency becomes the order of the day. The study tried to examine the burning issues at hand and proffers workable solutions to the lingering problems. The research explored a structured questionnaire and different forms of analyses were carried out. In addition, descriptive regression and correlation analyses were tested and considered. The findings revealed that Impatience, adultery, misunderstanding, mother-in-law interference and economic hardship drive many husbands to divorce their wives. Based on the findings of the research, it
is recommended that a training Centre for marriage counseling should be established to address a lot of marital issues in the society; scholars should embark on rigorous awareness and should be encouraged by the authorities; the Muslim community one should abide by laws and regulations stipulated by Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta ala (SWT) as indicated in the Qur’an and Sunnah