Nigeria faces the formidable challenge of reducing poverty and inequality. Over half of the population (54.4%) is living in poverty and, according to a UNESCO report; over 10million children are still out of school.
Malaria is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in Nigeria. It is endemic throughout the country and is reportedly responsible for 60% of outpatient visits, 30% of childhood deaths, 25% of deaths under one year, and 11% of maternal deaths.