EXPLOITATION THROUGH SPORT: IMPLICATION ON THE HEALTH OF NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES
EXPLOITATION THROUGH SPORT: IMPLICATION ON THE HEALTH OF NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES
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2008
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Suleiman, M.A.,
Dominic, O.L,
Umaru, M.
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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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EXPLOITATION,, SPORT,, HEALTH,, NIGERIA UNIVERSITY ATHLETES