The current prevalence rate for contraceptive use in Nigeria is approximately 11%–13%.
This rate is very low in spite of the high rate of sexual activity and widespread awareness of …

METHODS A widely used indirect methodology was used to estimate the incidence of
abortion and unintended pregnancy in Nigeria in 2012. Data on provision of abortion and …

It is well recognised that unsafe abortions have significant implications for women's physical
health; however, women's perceptions and experiences with abortion-related stigma and …

Based on available evidence, this review article posits that contemporary use of abortion in
sub-Saharan Africa often substitutes for and sometimes surpasses modern contraceptive …

BACKGROUND: A survey was conducted to evaluate the pattern of sexual behavior and
contraceptive use among female students aged 15 to 24 years attending tertiary institutions …

Background Early sexual debut among adolescents is associated with considerable
negative heath and development outcomes. An understanding of the determinants or …

Context: Many Nigerian women experience unwanted pregnancies. To prevent associated
health problems, it is important to understand the factors related to unwanted pregnancy in …

Objective This study sought to assess the attitude of Healthcare Providers towards providing
contraceptives for unmarried adolescents in four Local Government Areas in Ibadan …

Background In Uganda, abortion is permitted only when the life of a woman is in danger.
This restriction compels the perpetuation of the practice in secrecy and often under unsafe …

Background Despite the variances in abortion laws accounting for differences in incidence
of abortion among African countries, it appears there is absence of literature on other factors …