The rising rate of crime in Nigeria is a source of concern for most well-meaning Nigerians. While it cannot be
denied that a lot of factors abound why crime is on the rise in the country, this paper considered the role of
marital instability as a factor predisposing juveniles to take to crime. From the administration of the Hudson
Index of Marital Stability to Hausas and Ibibios who are muslims and Christians respectively. Older couples
were found to enjoy marital stability while younger couples often experience marital instability. It is believed
that curtailing early/child marriage in the country would go a long way in addressing marital stress. Download
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