Kwara records Nigeria’s lowest under-five mortality rate in 2024

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•Governor AbdulRasaq announced Kwara's under-five mortality rate as the lowest in Nigeria for 2024.
•The data highlights Kwara's progress compared to other Nigerian states in child health outcomes.
•Efforts in Kwara likely include improved healthcare access and child welfare programs.
•The announcement was made public in March 2026.

What Could Happen If...

▸Nigerian federal health authorities adopt Kwara's child health strategies nationwide Under-five mortality rates could decline across Nigeria, improving child survival and public health.

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👤AbdulRahman AbdulRasaq(Governor of Kwara State)

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AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Kwara has lowest under-5 mortality rate in Nigeria — AbdulRazaq AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Kwara records Nigeria’s lowest under-five mortality rate in 2024 – AbdulRasaq

Kwara State in Nigeria reported the lowest under-five mortality rate in the country for 2024, according to Governor AbdulRasaq. This achievement reflects progress in child health and could guide national efforts to reduce child deaths. Improved healthcare services and targeted interventions in Kwara may serve as a model for other states aiming to lower child mortality.