Nigeria health statistics
Life expectancy, spending, care for Nigeria: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
| Indicator | Nigeria | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy | 55.0 yrs | 2026 | #236 of 236 | 73.8 yrs |
| Health spending per person | $67 | 2023 | #163 of 193 | $1,317 |
| Health spending, % of GDP | 4.2% | 2023 | #151 of 193 | 10.1% |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 0.38 | 2023 | #145 of 193 | 1.86 |
| Maternal deaths per 100,000 births | 993 | 2023 | #193 of 193 | 197 |
Health: world rankings · Nigeria population
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