Nigeria’s 1,047 maternal deaths per 100,000 births expose gaps in rural healthcare delivery 

BusinessDay | 27-08-2026 11:16am |

Nigeria recorded an estimated 82,000 maternal deaths in 2020, with a maternal mortality ratio of 1,047 deaths per 100,000 live births. This high rate highlights significant gaps in rural healthcare delivery. The statistics underscore the urgent need for improved maternal health services, especially in underserved areas.

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