Brief description of its relationship with SDG-1

Nigeria’s relationship with SDG 1 (No Poverty) is highly significant because, despite a strong formal commitment to ending poverty by 2030, implementation remains challenging and progress has been limited. As of 2022–2023, around 63% of the population (about 133 million people) is multidimensionally poor, with higher concentrations in rural areas and northern regions. Key factors include inequality, unemployment, conflict, and a large informal sector, while overall progress remains insufficient and continues to face setbacks. 

CURRENT CHALLENGES AND RECENT DEVELOPMENTS

Supported by the United Nations, Nigeria focuses on social protection, economic inclusion, and resilience-building to address these challenges. Key issues include regional disparities, insecurity, inflation, and limited access to basic services. Major actions include the Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) to improve funding, the strengthening of social protection systems, and youth empowerment programs. These initiatives are implemented by the government in partnership with UN agencies such as UNICEF, aiming to improve access to healthcare, education, and livelihood opportunities. 

LIST OF REFERENCES AND USEFUL LINKS

United Nations in Nigeria. (n.d.-a). Sustainable Development Goals. Retrieved May 5, 2026, from https://nigeria.un.org/en/sdgs

United Nations in Nigeria. (n.d.-b). Sustainable Development Goal 1: No poverty – Progress. Retrieved May 5, 2026, from https://nigeria.un.org/en/sdgs/1/progress

Sustainable Development Solutions Network. (2026). Nigeria. Sustainable Development Report 2026. Retrieved July 10, 2026, from https://dashboards.sdgindex.org/profiles/nigeria/

United Nations Development Programme. (n.d.). UNDP Nigeria. Retrieved May 5, 2026, from https://www.undp.org/nigeria

United Nations. (n.d.). Integrated National Financing Frameworks (INFFs). Retrieved May 5, 2026, from https://www.inff.org/