[Aging and the status of the elderly in Nigeria]

The situation of old people in Nigeria is described in two ways. Demographic figures provide information about population aging in Nigeria--indicating consequences for the situation of old people. A look at the living conditions of the elderly under social psychological aspects take into consideration economic problems, the role of the family and institutional care. For illustration, the results of questioning of old people in Ile-Ife concerning life-satisfaction are presented. The author draws attention to the integrated position of the old in Nigerian society and to future problems arising from the development of the population.