The global rise in the elderly population is a significant concern, yet it has not received sufficient policy attention, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. Africa is expected to witness a substantial
She currently holds a postdoctoral position at Walter Sisulu University, South Africa. In her role as Chief Operations Officer and Director of Research at Inspire World International Foundation in Abuja, Nigeria, she leads impactful projects targeting vulnerable populations. Additionally, she leads Partnerships and Programs at DePECOS Institutions and Development Research Centre, Ota, Nigeria. Dr. Ani’s portfolio includes a formative WASH project sponsored by Partners for Development in cooperation with the EU/UNICEF, which assessed WASH services in rural Nigerian communities.
The global rise in the elderly population is a significant concern, yet it has not received sufficient policy attention, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. Africa is expected to witness a substantial
Unmet needs for support relate to daily requirements for independent functioning among the elderly but which are unavailable, consequent upon declining informal support and challenges of accessing formal ones. This study explored