The 10-Year Capital Funding Gap in Nigeria’s Health Sector

This infographic highlights the significant funding gap in Nigeria’s health sector over the past decade, comparing the capital appropriation with the actual releases from 2016 to 2025. It shows that while there is consistently a shortfall in the funds allocated versus what is actually released, the gap widens even further in recent years, with only a small portion of the requested amounts being met. The key takeaway is the urgent need for increased funding and improved budgetary allocations to ensure the health sector’s growth and stability, especially in light of the 2025 projections.

Infographic March 11, 2026