Authors
Ndukwe, Kalu
Department of Political
Abia State University, Uturu
Nwanoruo, Mercy
Department of Political
Abia State University, Uturu
Okorocha, C. Matthew
Department of Political
Abia State University, Uturu
Ikechi Victor C.
Department of Political
Abia State University, Uturu
Abstract
This paper provides a comprehensive examination of the
multifaceted challenges confronting marginalized groups
across Nigeria’s states. Drawing on recent scholarly
research, policy analyses, and field studies from 2019 to
2025, the paper identifies key marginalized populations
including indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities, persons
with disabilities, women, youth, Almajiri children, and
homeless populations. The analysis reveals that these groups face intersecting barriers including political
exclusion and disenfranchisement, land dispossession and
economic marginalization, socio-cultural discrimination
and stigmatization, educational exclusion, and heightened
vulnerability to violence and insecurity. The paper argues
that these challenges are not isolated but mutually
reinforcing, creating cycles of deprivation that transcend
state boundaries. The findings underscore the urgent need
for integrated, rights-based policy interventions that
address root causes rather than symptoms of
marginalization.
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