Gender equality and gender-based violence have become global public health and social concerns, as they touch all aspects of human relationships. This study investigated the relationship between socio-demographics and public perceptions of gender equality and gender-based violence in Nigeria. Data were drawn from Afrobarometer Round 9 for Nigeria (2023). 1,600 participants, drawn from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and the 36 states of the federation, were the sample for the study. We deployed statistical tools such as frequency, percentage, mean, t-test, correlation, and analysis of variance (ANOVA) for data analysis. The results showed that socio-demographics significantly shaped public perceptions of gender equality and gender-based violence in Nigeria. Addressing disparities rooted in age, education, income, and geography is crucial to fostering an equitable society. Targeted interventions, particularly in education and economic empowerment, can transform public perceptions, ultimately leading to a decrease in gender-based violence and an advancement towards true gender equality. The challenge remains in capturing the diversity of Nigerian experiences while promoting awareness and advocacy efforts that resonate across different demographics.
Ifegbesan et al. (2025) studied this question.