Data collated by MyPostcard has revealed Nigeria to be among the most thoughtful countries in the world according to the ‘Most Thoughtful Societies Index 2021’.

In 100 countries surveyed and the list whittled down to the top 50, Nigeria was ranked 49th, just above Uganda. The two other African countries on the top 50 list are Kenya and South Africa.

The study, released on Thursday, ranked countries on a range of factors, including volunteering rates, charitable donations, and gender and minority equality levels, to identify the most considerate societies in the world.

“The easiest way to promote and nurture a fair society is through allowing all people to have equal access to fundamentals such as healthcare, education and human rights,” Sweet Spot said. “This study aims to remind people of the important things in life by considering these indicators to establish the most thoughtful societies in the world.”

Nigeria scored 58.33 points out of the 50 countries assessed in the report. Based on the philanthropy variable, Nigeria scored 68.46 points for charity, 52.07 points for international donations, 55.86 points for social security benefits, and 55.59 points for public service funding. 

Under equality, Nigeria came in at 49th place, above Uganda, with 50.35 points for healthcare, 57.99 points for education, 60.08 points for gender equality, 68.46 points for minority equality and 68.46 for social mobility. 

South Africa and Kenya are considered more thoughtful nations than Nigeria.

The report was created based on surveys and reports carried out by international bodies such as the Charities Aid Foundation, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the World Economic Forum (WEF), Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), International Labour Organisation (ILO), and the World Bank. 

The Netherlands topped the report on all categories with 100 points, while Uganda came in last place with 50 points.

The Most Thoughtful Societies Index uses data to rank the level of respect and compassion that people in countries around the world have for their fellow inhabitants and peers. The study collected data from every country in the world before narrowing it down to reveal the 50 top-scoring nations.

A wide variety of factors that fit into three broader categories were assessed: the level of philanthropy, how equally people are treated and the family support offered in each location.