Financial constraints are another major challenge. Skin cancer treatment is expensive, with radiation therapy costing between N1.5 and N2 million making it unaffordable for many.

Health insurance could help, but the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) does not cover skin cancer treatment, leaving patients to pay out-of-pocket. This burden is especially heavy on persons with albinism, many of whom are unemployed.

Lack of awareness leads to delayed diagnosis. Many individuals do not recognize skin cancer symptoms early, and by the time they seek medical attention, the disease has progressed.

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