Overview

The document is the revised National Policy on the Health and Development of Adolescents and Young People in Nigeria (2020-2024), issued by the Federal Ministry of Health in November 2019. It provides a comprehensive framework for addressing the health and developmental needs of adolescents and young people aged 10-24 years. The policy outlines the rationale, target population, and contextual background (national, regional, global). It includes a detailed situation analysis covering demographics, health status, and risk factors such as sexual and reproductive health and rights, mental health, substance use, violence, injuries, nutrition, and non-communicable diseases. Key strategies involve adolescent and youth-friendly health services, multi-sectoral collaboration, and alignment with Sustainable Development Goals and other international commitments.

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