Knowledge of Hypertension, Risk Factors and Awareness Among Students in Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Ogun State

Hypertension is a major global health challenge, with increasing prevalence among young adults in developing countrieslike Nigeria. University students are particularly at risk due to lifestyle transitions involving poor diet, physical inactivity,stress, and limited awareness. The aim of the study was to assess hypertension knowledge, risk factors, and awarenessamong students at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State. This is a quantitative research study usinga cross-sectional design, selecting 425 undergraduate students from Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta through amulti-stage sampling technique. Data collection involved structured questionnaires, with analysis carried out using SPSSversion 23. Results revealed that a majority of participants (46.6%) were aged 21-23, with more than half being female(57.2%). Most students (97.4%) did not have hypertension. However, approximately half of the students (50.6%) exhibitedlow knowledge about hypertension, and 29.2% were at high risk of developing the condition. A significant portion (28.2%)relied on internet websites for information about hypertension, and an overwhelming majority (92.9%) believed there wasa need for increased public awareness and education regarding hypertension management and prevention within theuniversity. In conclusion, the study underscores a substantial knowledge gap, identifies significant risk factors, and stressesthe importance of proactive healthcare interventions to raise awareness and mitigate hypertension risks among FUNAABstudents