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ArticleFrontiers in global women's health2025

A policy brief on improving reproductive and maternity services utilisation among women of reproductive age in Nigeria.

Obasanjo Bolarinwa, Rebecca Tadokera, Ritika Tiwari

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Article in Frontiers in global women's health, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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Obasanjo BolarinwaDepartment of Business, Management and Health, York St. John University, London, United Kingdom.
Rebecca TadokeraDepartment of Health Sciences, York St. John University, York, United Kingdom.
Ritika TiwariDepartment of Business, Management and Health, York St. John University, London, United Kingdom.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Nigeria continues to struggle with high maternal and child mortality despite its large economy. Reproductive and maternity services are underutilised, contributing to poor maternal and newborn outcomes. Barriers include geographic, socio-demographic, and economic factors. Northern and south-south regions show particularly low service utilisation. Young maternal age, low education, rural location, and Hausa ethnicity are key socio-demographic barriers. Non-Christian religious affiliation and limited mass media exposure also reduce service uptake. Poverty, unemployment, and lack of health insurance are major economic challenges. Community engagement and culturally sensitive care are essential. The use of religious and traditional leaders for advocacy could improve outreach. Expanding insurance and financial incentives, like vouchers or cash transfers, can reduce cost-related barriers.

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maternity serviceNigeriapolicy briefreproductive servicewomen

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PMID40979110
PMCPMC12446352

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