2022 NBS Data: Anambra Has Nigeria’s Lowest Out-of-School Rate, Kebbi the Highest

The 2022 National Bureau of Statistics Multidimensional Poverty Index shows wide differences in school access across Nigeria. Anambra recorded the lowest out-of-school rate among school-age children at 2.9%, followed by Imo and Ekiti at 5.1%, Abia at 5.6% and Lagos at 6.4%. Several South-East and South-South states recorded relatively low rates. However, the figures measure school access, not overall literacy, academic performance, university attendance or the educational qualifications of residents. They therefore do not prove that any region is Nigeria’s “most educated.” Kebbi recorded the highest rate at 67.6%, followed by Sokoto at 66.4%, Yobe at 62.9% and Zamfara at 61.3%. The data point to an urgent need for stronger investment in affordable schooling, qualified teachers, school security, community engagement and support for vulnerable children, especially girls and children in conflict-affected communities. The findings also show that every region has gaps to address. Governments should publish regular education data and focus on ensuring that school enrolment leads to attendance, completion and meaningful learning for every Nigerian child.

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