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Married Women’s Perception of Family Planning Techniques and Implications for Population Growth in Nigeria: Study of Lagelu LGA, Oyo State

Oyedemi Oyelekan Adeyemo

Abstract

This study examined married women’s perception of family planning techniques and the implications for population growth in Nigeria, using Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State as a case study. The research adopted a descriptive survey design, employing structured questionnaires and interviews to collect data from 520 married women randomly selected across 13 wards that constitute the Local Government Area. Data were analyzed using tables, cross- tabulation, percentages and descriptive methods of data analysis. Findings revealed that awareness of modern family planning methods was high in the study area, but actual utilization was limited by spousal disapproval, religious beliefs, fear of infertility, fear of promiscuity and fear of side effects. The study further established a significant relationship between women’s perception of family planning and their fertility behavior, indicating that negative perceptions contribute to high fertility rates and rapid population growth in the area. However, the recommendations put forward include establishment of more functional family planning clinics, more jingles on radio using local language, consistent supply of contraceptives by governments and NGOs, sensitization programme to make men to see the need for family planning techniques among others.

Keywords

Family PlanningPerceptionMarried WomenTechniquesPopulation Growths

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