Nigerian Institute of Medical Research

The award will support the deployment of 20 low-cost sensors across Lagos, Abuja, and Ibadan to collect and share real-time PM2.5 data. This project will provide critical data to shape Nigeria’s national PM2.5 standards and reduce exposure to harmful pollutants.

This project aims to elevate air quality as a critical public health issue among impacted communities and policymakers. By demonstrating that air quality significantly affects health, we seek to integrate it into national health conversations and policy decisions. With publicly accessible air quality data, communities will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to advocate for cleaner air, take steps to reduce pollution locally, and minimize their exposure to harmful air pollutants.

Adetoun Mustapha, Principal Investigator, Nigerian Institute of Medical Research