Breast cancer is a significant public health issue in Nigeria, particularly affecting young women. To improve outcomes, it's crucial to focus on early detection through better knowledge, attitudes, and practices. This study looked into the awareness and attitudes towards breast cancer among young women at Nile University of Nigeria. Using a descriptive crosssectional approach, researchers gathered data from 369 women aged 18 to 29 years through structured questionnaires. The data generated was descriptively analyzed. The findings showed that while there was universal awareness of breast cancer, only 50.1% could recognize its signs and symptoms, and 49.9% were unaware of the associated risk factors. Interestingly, 87.5% believed in the effectiveness of early detection, and 90.2% had a positive attitude towards performing monthly breast self-examinations (BSE). However, 39.8% had never actually done a BSE, and none had participated in a clinical breast examination (CBE). Awareness campaigns reached 36.9% of the respondents, with social media (56.9%) and online sources (20.3%) being the primary channels for information. These results reflect national data that show a general awareness of breast cancer but highlight a lack of practical action due to infrastructural, cultural, and educational barriers. The Nigerian National Strategic Cancer Control Plan 2023–2027 and recent community initiatives stress the importance of culturally relevant, mediadriven education to address these challenges