20,811 Nigerian Women and Children Die in Nine Months — Report!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Recent data reveals that 20,811 Nigerian women and children have died within the first nine months of 2025, underscoring the country’s ongoing struggle with high maternal and child mortality rates.
The figures highlight persistent challenges in Nigeria’s healthcare system, including inadequate access to quality care, shortages of skilled health workers, weak referral networks, and critical delays in seeking or receiving timely medical attention.
“These deaths are largely preventable, and they reflect systemic gaps that must be urgently addressed,” said a health official familiar with the report.
Key Insights:
- Nigeria remains one of the countries with the highest maternal and child mortality burdens worldwide.
- Contributing factors include poor antenatal care, limited emergency obstetric services, and malnutrition.
- Rural areas continue to experience disproportionate fatalities due to infrastructure deficits.
Why It Matters:
- The data calls for strengthened healthcare policies, better funding, and expanded access to skilled birth attendants.
- Improved referral systems and community health education are vital to reducing preventable deaths.
- Addressing these issues aligns with Nigeria’s commitments to global health targets like the SDGs.
What to Watch:
- Government and donor responses, including budget allocations for maternal and child health.
- Launch of intervention programs targeting high-risk regions.
- Progress reports on healthcare worker training and facility upgrades.
Sources:
- Nigeria National Bureau of Statistics – Health Sector Data 2025
- WHO Nigeria – Maternal and Child Health Reports
- UNICEF Nigeria – Annual Child Mortality Brief
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