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By: Chidalu Glory

Albinism is a genetic condition characterised by a decreased production of a pigment called melanin in the eyes, skin and hair of and hair of an individual. Statistics show that more than two million persons live with albinism (PWA) in Nigeria but just a few of them are privileged to have the basic amenities of life. Some struggle to get educated and are unemployed because it is believed they are not fit to work while children with albinism are bullied and discriminated against in schools.

Judging from their poor eyesight, an effect of their health condition, priority is not given to them in schools for better understanding and access. Mr. Rapulu Samuel a filmmaker, an albino in an interview with this reporter explained how he was made fun of while growing up.

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