The readiness for acceptance of inclusion varies across countries and
continents of the world. While countries within the advanced economies
have gone beyond categorical provisions to full inclusion, Nigeria and most
countries of Africa, are still grappling with the problem of making provisions
for children with special needs especially those with handicaps, even on
mainstreaming basis.
This paper attempts to highlight and examine the concept of inclusion and
the prospects it holds, for special education practice in Nigeria in the 21st
century. In addition, the paper discusses the challenges of inclusion in
Nigeria, while reflecting upon the ground reality in the country.