The prevalence of overweight boys under 5 in Nigeria has shown fluctuations between 2014 and 2023. Standing at 1.9 units in 2023, an increase by 5.56% from the previous year demonstrates a slight upward trend. Historically, the values saw highs of 2.3 in 2018 and lows of 1.5 in 2020, indicative of external influencing factors affecting these fluctuations. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years stands at -3.75%, reflecting an overall decline despite recent year-on-year growth.
Looking forward from 2024 to 2028, the forecast indicates a stable prevalence at 1.9 units, suggesting no anticipated change. This stagnation requires continued monitoring and implies potential underlying economic or health system factors stabilizing these metrics.
Future trends to watch for:
● Effectiveness of public health initiatives aimed at controlling childhood obesity.
● Socio-economic developments and their impact on nutritional habits.
● Changes in healthcare access and quality affecting early childhood nutrition and weight management.
