Affiliation:
1. University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria
Abstract
This study aimed at advocating for equal right to education to all beneficiaries irrespective of variant sexual orientations and gender identities. Though the philosophy of Nigerian education has inclusive education at its centre, stakeholders at learning centres have turned against integrating LGBTIQ+ individuals to the mainstream of educational system. The study adopted discuss analytical method and data were analyzed through a wide range of sources like documented interviews/school plans, commentaries, books from library, and relevant websites. The research findings showed that variant sex orientation and identities constitute a core part in which some people are denied the right to education. The study concluded that access to education is a fundamental right which should be guarded judiciously.
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