Defining the terms of reference
The terms of reference (ToR) for this COI report draw on previous EUAA COI reports on Nigeria and on internal consultations. The ToR were developed with careful consideration of country of origin information deemed most relevant to the intended users of the report. In addition, as part of the country guidance development process, national asylum authorities from EU+ countries within the Country Guidance Network on Nigeria were surveyed to assess their needs in relation to their respective national caseloads. Their input was incorporated into the design of these terms of reference, with the consolidated feedback and suggestions reflected in the final version presented in Annex 2: Terms of Reference.
The reference period for this report covers from 1 January 2024 to 31 August 2025 and also includes general background information to contextualise the current situation. Drafting was completed on 5 September 2025, followed by peer review (8–19 September 2025) and a quality review process, during which additional information was incorporated until 10 October 2025. The report then underwent internal final review and proofreading by the EUAA prior to publication.