Why Are Young Nigerians’ Kidneys Failing?

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Why Are Young Nigerians’ Kidneys Failing?
Aug 27, 2026
Luqman Awwal Agono

Kidney disease is often associated with old age. But increasingly, concerns are being raised about younger Nigerians presenting with serious kidney problems.

With about 24 million Nigerians estimated to be living with chronic kidney disease, what could be putting young people at risk?

Could the indiscriminate use of painkillers, herbal preparations and untreated health conditions be contributing to the problem?

And how can young Nigerians protect their kidneys?

Today on Nigeria Daily, we are looking at why young Nigerians are developing kidney problems.