SEXUAL EXPLOITATION THROUGH SPORT: IMPLICATION ON THE HEALTH OF NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES
SEXUAL EXPLOITATION THROUGH SPORT: IMPLICATION ON THE HEALTH OF NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES
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2008-12
Authors
Suleiman, M.A.
Dominic, O.L
Umaru, M.
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Abstract
All over the world, people are exploited by those involved in human
trafficking and those that needs very cheap labour. This happens within
Nigeria as well as across it's borders. Poverty and inequality,
unemployment and political instability mean that there are people who,
in the hope of a better life, fall victim to criminals and networks that
exploit them unscrupulous (Anna, 2005). Most young and talented
sports men and women are potential victims of criminal organization as
they are vulnerable to false promises of job opportunities, becoming
champion athletes and giving traveling opportunities, out side Nigeria in
pursuance of sports endeavours. This study examined the health
implication of sexual abuse of Nigerian University athletes during
camping and in completion. A structured questionnaire develop by the
researchers were administered on a total of one hundred subjects
randomly selected from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Federal
University of Technology, Minna, and University of Ilorin respectively. The
responses collected were analyzed using simple frequency and
percentages. It was found that the mode of living and accommodation of
athletes predispose them to sexual abuse. The study made appropriate
suggestions on ways of controlling and minimizing sexual exploitation of
athlete during competitive sports at various levels.
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Post-print Journal Article
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SEXUAL EXPLOITATION,, SPORT,, IMPLICATION,, HEALTH OF NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES