Adolescents experience a number of major neurobiological, hormonal, physical, and psychological changes, which present important risks to their health and well-being.
Nigeria has one of the highest rates of maternal mortality in the world.
For megacities located in low-lying coastal areas, the threat of climate change is an added stressor to rapid population growth, as well as economic, social, health and cultural challenges.
Less than one-third of Nigerian women receive skilled care during delivery. This project will aim to reduce maternal and perinatal deaths by improving vulnerable women's access to healthcare services during and after childbirth.
Faced with one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world, Nigeria has identified maternal and child health as a priority issue.