Meet TALABI JOSEPH MOYINOLUWA, an Academic Staff of Lagos State University.
Philosophy Of Religion, Peace And Conflict Management, Ethics, Health, Sociology, Religion And Social Institutions
Lecturer II
Religions
At the Religions department office
Appointment on Visitation important
| # | Certificate | School | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ph.D (Philosophy of Religion.) | Department of Religions and Peace Studies, Lagos Sate University, Ojo, Lagos | 2022 |
MORALITY OF SURROGACY IN NIGERIAN CONTEXT
The emergence of surrogacy as a viable alternative to adoption and infertility treatments raises significant legal, socio-cultural, religious, and moral issues. While existing scholarship has explored various dimensions of this topic, the moral implications have received comparatively less attention. This paper asserts that the surrogacy process is deeply entwined with moral concerns, primarily through two central issues: the dignity of the child and the question of real motherhood. These two factors serve as critical lenses through which the morality of surrogacy can be assessed, overshadowing other, less significant issues. The dignity of the child encompasses concerns about commodification, where the child may be perceived as a product rather than a human being with inherent worth. The question of real motherhood further complicates the ethical landscape, as it challenges traditional notions of maternal identity and attachment, raising questions about the rights and responsibilities of both the surrogate and the intended parents. Given these complex moral concerns, the paper advocates for cultural perceptions to evolve alongside societal changes. It is essential that customs and traditions adapt to accommodate extreme cases like surrogacy, reflecting contemporary ideas and values. Surrogacy undoubtedly offers hope to infertile couples seeking to build families. Therefore, it is imperative that our moral consciousness, legal frameworks, and socio-cultural contexts adapt to encompass practices like surrogacy, ensuring that they are approached with the nuance and sensitivity they deserve. Embracing this evolution will enrich our understanding and acceptance of surrogacy in modern society.
TALABI MOYINOLUWA is a Lecturer II at the Department of Religions
TALABI has a Ph.D in Philosophy of Religion. from Department of Religions and Peace Studies, Lagos Sate University, Ojo, Lagos
