ABSTRACT
The type of punishment and on whom it is sanctioned against has become an important aspect of Nigeria criminal jurisprudence. The role of sanctions as correctional tools for breach of criminal legislation is not peculiar to Nigeria alone but to all countries in the world. This underscores the need for punishments that would achieve the best results. This work examined the legal framework for punishment in Nigeria and the punishments stated therein. The doctrinal research methodology was used. The research found that there is heavy reliance on the use of custodial punishment occasioned largely by the inadequacy of institutional framework for the utilization of non- custodial punishments. There are some pitfalls inhibiting effective sanction administration in Nigeria. It recommended that proper institutional framework be put in place for the utilization of non- custodial sanctions and statutory provision made for more realistic and humane non- custodial punishments geared towards rehabilitation of the offender.
Keywords: Disability, Discrimination, Children, Compulsory Free Education, Nigeria