Alice Jegede Feed My Children Foundation research reveals the state of Hygiene in Nigeria. Nigeria is poor, with many people lacking access to safe water, sanitation, and handwashing facilities. This contributes to diarrheal illnesses and deaths, especially among children. Access to hygiene facilities. In 2021, 17% of Nigerians had access to basic hygiene services In 2019, 84% of Nigerians lacked handwashing facilities with soap.  In 2021, 46% of Nigerians had access to basic sanitation services, but 23% practiced open defecation. In 2019, 56% of Nigerians lacked decent toilets Access to water. In 2019, 30% of Nigerians lacked access to clean water. In rural areas, 39% of households lacked access to basic water supply Impact on health. Poor access to WASH services is a major cause of diarrheal illnesses and deaths in Nigeria Women and girls are disproportionately affected by the lack of adequate WASH services Government response