Modern Contraceptive Use: An Analysis of The Factors Influencing Its Adoption Among Women of Reproductive Age in North-Central Nigeria

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https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v25i1.963

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Modern contraceptives, Reproductive Health, women of reproductive age

Abstract

Background: Despite what is obtainable in existing literature regarding the factors influencing modern contraceptive use in Nigeria, there remains a significant gap in understanding the specific regional factors influencing modern contraceptive adoption in north-central Nigeria. 

Methods: Using data from the 2021 Nigeria Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey, this study investigated the factors influencing modern contraceptive use among women of reproductive age. The data were analyzed using R studio. Respondents' characteristics were described using frequency and percentage. A logistic regression model was employed to identify factors associated with modern contraceptive usage in the north-central region of Nigeria. Bivariate logistic regression between the explanatory variables (age, marital status, education, ethnicity, wealth index etc.) and the response variable (modern contraceptive usage). This study focused on the north-central zone of Nigeria comprising of Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger, and Plateau state with the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Results: Nearly one-third (30.1%) of the respondents are above 35 years of age. 3 out of every 5 (61.2%) respondents are currently married. Over one-tenth (12.8%) of the respondents experienced childbirth delivery through cesarean section.  Age, education, childbirth delivery method, number of children, access to media, and state of residence are key drivers of modern contraceptive adoption and utilization among women of reproductive age.

Conclusion: This study finds it plausible to increase the awareness and sensitization of modern contraceptives and contraceptive usage in this region.  There is a need for health education on the benefits and relevance of modern contraceptive usage.

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Author Biographies

  • Abduljaleel Adejumo, Brooks Insights Limited, Abuja, Nigeria, Africa Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Senegal 

    Abduljaleel Adejumo is a skilled Data Analyst with a substantial foundation in statistics and machine learning. His work is driven by a passion to utilize analytical and computing expertise and cutting-edge technology to address complex challenges and improve health and development outcomes.

    Abduljaleel’s professional interests lie in the application of statistical modelling and machine learning in infectious disease outbreak management, and the optimization of healthcare resource allocation.

    He holds a Master’s in Mathematical Sciences from the Africa Institute of Mathematical Sciences, Senegal, and a Bachelor’s in Statistics from the University of Ilorin.

  • Abdulazeez Abdulganiyu, Brooks Insights Limited, Abuja, Nigeria. Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria

    Abdulazeez Abdulganiyu is a Health Sociologist with a strong background and expertise in understanding the social and behavioral determinants of health outcomes to improve healthcare access and quality for vulnerable populations.

    He has extensive experience in community participatory research projects, working on public health issues with the government, and on projects funded by the World Bank, the Global Fund, TETFund, and others.  

    His research interests include Health Sociology, Population Health, and Social and behavioral research for positive behavioral changes and improved healthcare access and quality. Abdulazeez’s current research builds evidence on social and behavioral change communication (SBCC) strategies to improve uptake of Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent + Nutrition (RMNCAH) services.

    Abdulazeez holds a Master’s of Sociology (Medical Sociology) degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, and a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Ilorin, Nigeria.

  • Ibrahim Abdullateef, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Lagos, Akoka, Nigeria

    Abdullateef Ibrahim is an assistant lecturer at Fountain University and a qualitative sociologist with unique socio-academic experience. He's rooted and uses quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods techniques to understand social realities and human social behaviour. He is the training coordinator of the Bacon Research Institute on research methods, research writing, and qualitative data reporting.

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2025-04-01

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Modern Contraceptive Use: An Analysis of The Factors Influencing Its Adoption Among Women of Reproductive Age in North-Central Nigeria. (2025). The Nigerian Health Journal, 25(1), 240-249. https://doi.org/10.71637/tnhj.v25i1.963

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