Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing globally and has become an emerging public health issue. The Global Burden of Disease study estimated about 1.4 million deaths globally from CKD in 2019, a 20% increase from 2010, this represent a significant rise among the top causes of death. CKD disproportionately impacts low and middle-income countries where both prevalence and deaths due to CKD are significantly higher.

In Nigeria the cost of treating patients with kidney failure is prohibitive.There is limited availability of kidney replacement therapy and even in places where it is available it is unaffordable by most patients.The burden is borne solely by the patient and relatives as there is no adequate social security system or health insurance cover in place to assist these patients.

The increasing burden of CKD across the globe has been attributed to the significant rise in the prevalence of its risk factors such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes, and other cardiovascular diseases as well as bad health habits such as indiscriminate use of medications.