title: [Aging in Nigeria].
abstract: Following the presentation of demographic data concerning the situation of the elderly in Nigeria, the government's policy with regard to the aged is described. One aim is to strengthen the traditional system of the extended family. Reference is made to the difficulties involved in gerontological research.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000375:Aging; D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D003906:Developing Countries; D005190:Family; D006707:Homes for the Aged / Q000639:trends; D006801:Humans; D008019:Life Style; D009549:Nigeria; D009735:Nursing Homes / Q000639:trends; D011157:Population Dynamics; D012922:Social Change
vernacular_title: Altern in Nigeria.