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ABSTRACT

This study explored the experiences of male victims of female-perpetrated domestic abuse otherwise referred to as "Intimate Partner Violence" (IPV) in Nigeria. Few studies exist about the experiences of men who are victims of female-perpetrated domestic abuse as it has for a long time been covertly discussed and there are not many studies about these men’s experiences in seeking and receiving psychological help. Richard J. Gelles’s Social Control Theory guided this study to understand victimology and perceptions of gender roles. With review of related scholarly views tilted towards understanding the causes of domestic abuse, gender and domestic abuse and also, the types and forms of domestic abuse. Methodologically, the study employed a qualitative approach, journals and books. The study, therefore, recommends amongst others, that Government should enact laws that will make it mandatory for schools, religious organizations, employers of labour and other social organizations to march words with action in fighting the menace of domestic abuse against men in Nigeria. Further effort should be geared towards early detection of domestic abuse and adequately address the same and determine where continuous monitoring and evaluation may be necessary also, victim-centered services, patientcentered approaches, and treatment and support for survivors of domestic abuse will help to improve awareness about male victims in society while offering insight to decrease negative stigma.