Why Nigera?
Nigeria is a country bursting with energy, talent and creativity. Yet millions of children are still growing up without the basics: food, healthcare, clean water and a safe, affordable education. The data shows why our support is needed here and now, and how your help translates into immediate, real‑world change.
Nigeria’s Total Population is approx 227,882,945 out of this number, 110,236, 397 are 18 years and under.- almost 50% of the population are comprised of children (UNICEF, 2025).
2 in 3 children live in multidimensional poverty, meaning they lack essentials such as nutrition, healthcare, clean water, education or protection (UNICEF, 2025).
Costs have surged: inflation reached 33.2% in 2024, pushing families beyond breaking point (World Bank 2025).
What the data shows
Poverty and daily life
Deep deprivation: 2 in 3 children lack basic needs (UNICEF 2025).
Income strain: 41.8% live below $3/day (extreme poverty) (World Bank).
Education barriers
One of the largest out‑of‑school populations: One in every five of the world’s out-of-school children is in Nigeria. (UNICEF Nigeria 2024) – this means that 20% of the worlds uneducated children reside in Nigeria. Out of 195 countries, 1 country hosts 20% of out of school children
Hidden costs and safety risks push children out of school.
Health and protection
Under‑five mortality down >40% since 1990 (UNICEF). However, Nigeria is still in the top 10 of counties with the highest under child mortality rate globally. 104.9 per 1000 children (UNICEF 2026)
Over 50% of children experience violence; 2 in 5 girls marry before 18 (UNICEF 2025).
Overall Life Expectancy
Nigeria has the lowest life expectancy globally approx. 55 years
Nigeria has amongst the lowest healthy life expectancy globally 54.9 years
Average Global Life Expectant is 73.3 years
WHY WE FOCUS ON NIGERIA
Greatest need + largest numbers: supporting Nigeria reaches the most children.
High value per £: local procurement maximises impact.
Local trust + monitoring: partners ensure transparency and correct targeting.
WHAT YOUR SUPPORT PROVIDES
School fees, uniforms, meals, books, exams.
Family food baskets and healthcare support.
Life Expectancy - References
UN (2025) / WHO (2000–2021 dataset) / GeoRank - UN WPP (2026) / World Bank (2023–2025)
When targeted support reaches children, outcomes improve—more schooling, better health, safer environments.
- Progress is Possible
