NJOMACS

This study investigates how victims communicated during the COVID-19 lockdown in the face of the rising global incidences of COVID-19-related domestic violence. Using a semi-structured questionnaire, data were obtained from 206 respondents using the online Google Form instrument and distributed via Whatsapp and Facebook between 23 April and 28 November 2021. Findings show that only one out of every ten Nigerians experienced any form of domestic violence during the COVID-19 lockdown and the majority of Nigerians who experienced any form of domestic violence did not communicate the abuse to anyone else. The study recommends that Nigerians who experience any form of domestic violence during any health situation similar to the COVID-19 pandemic should speak to the relevant authorities for assistance. The study was anchored on conflict theory.