28/05/2026
The SBM Quality of Life Survey in Nigeria is a 2026 research report published by [SBM Intelligence](https://www.sbmintel.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com) that assessed how Nigerians rate their living conditions across different states. The survey covered areas such as:
Income and affordability
Housing
Electricity supply
Healthcare
Education
Safety/security
Family and community support
Childcare
General family wellbeing
The survey sampled residents across eight states including Anambra, Lagos, Kano, Rivers, Oyo, Cross River, Bauchi and Abuja.
Major Findings
Kano State ranked highest overall in quality of life due to strong affordability, safety, electricity access, and childcare support.
Rivers State came second, scoring strongly in healthcare and family stability.
Cross River State ranked lowest on most indicators, especially safety, healthcare, schools, and affordability.
Lagos and Abuja had higher income levels but suffered from poor affordability and housing costs.
Anambra reportedly performed poorly on electricity supply, with many residents receiving fewer than 8 hours of power daily.
Notable Insights
The report argued that:
High income alone does not guarantee a good quality of life.
Affordable living, safety, electricity, and social support matter just as much.
Nigerians increasingly judge quality of life based on practical daily realities rather than reputation of a city or state.
Access the Report
Full PDF report: [SBM Quality of Life Survey PDF](https://www.sbmintel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/202605_Quality-of-life.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Summary article: [Where Nigerian Families Actually Thrive](https://sbmintelligence.substack.com/p/where-nigerian-families-actually?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
