The United Nations in Nigeria has released its 2025 Annual Results Report, highlighting key achievements, partnerships, and strategic interventions aimed at advancing sustainable development and improving the lives of millions of Nigerians.
Published on May 15, 2026, by the United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) in collaboration with the UN Country Team and the UN Communication Group (UNCG), the report provides a comprehensive overview of the UN’s support to Nigeria’s national development priorities and the implementation of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
The report outlines the progress made under four strategic priorities — Prosperity, Planet, People, and Peace — which form the core of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework in Nigeria.
According to the report, UN agencies and development partners worked closely with federal and state governments, civil society organizations, the private sector, and local communities to address critical issues including poverty reduction, food security, healthcare delivery, quality education, gender equality, climate action, peacebuilding, and economic growth.
The document also captures the impact of joint UN interventions in strengthening governance institutions, supporting humanitarian responses, improving access to clean water and sanitation, promoting renewable energy solutions, and expanding opportunities for vulnerable populations across the country.
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A major focus of the report is the UN’s commitment to accelerating Nigeria’s progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization noted that collaborative partnerships and innovative financing mechanisms played a vital role in sustaining development efforts amid prevailing economic and security challenges.
The report further highlights lessons learned from programme implementation in 2025, emphasizing the importance of stronger institutional collaboration, community participation, and data-driven policy interventions.
In its financial overview, the UN detailed resource mobilization efforts and support received from key development partners, while also outlining priority focus areas for 2026. These include strengthening resilience, expanding social protection systems, promoting inclusive economic growth, advancing climate adaptation initiatives, and enhancing peace and security interventions.
The publication underscores the UN’s continued commitment to supporting Nigeria’s development aspirations through coordinated action and strategic partnerships aimed at leaving no one behind.
The Annual Results Report also reflects the UN’s contributions toward several Sustainable Development Goals, including No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-being, Quality Education, Gender Equality, Climate Action, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, and Partnerships for the Goals.
The United Nations Country Team reaffirmed its resolve to continue working with the Nigerian government and stakeholders to drive sustainable development and improve the overall well-being of citizens across the country.
