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Visible but invisible: people living with disability in Nigeria

  • Precious Sango
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Abstract

Nigeria is estimated to have a population of 169 million; although it is argued that the country had not had any credible census since 1816. Based on the World Report on Disability approximately 25 million Nigerians have a disability, with 3.5 million of these having very significant difficulties in social and physical functioning. These disabilities include physical and intellectual developmental conditions. Regardless of the large number of people with disabilities in Nigeria, little support, if any is given to individuals living with disabilities. These individuals are often excluded from social, economic and political affairs in the society. The most common avenue of social aid for people with disabilities is usually through families. non-governmental organisations and religious organisations.

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Output type

Research Output: Other contribution Other contribution Peer-review

Original language

English

Publication milestones

  • Published - 14/11/2013

Publication status

Published - 14/11/2013

External Publication IDs

  • handle.net: 10547/625312

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