Despite the efforts of government organizations and non -profit in the country, experts in the development of family planning have said that challenges continue to hinder the accessibility of family planning in Nigeria.
Speaking about International Women's Day (IWD) 2025, the Communication/Knowledge Management Officer of the Media Development Organization, Devcom, Suliyat Estu and the country lead in the Challenge Initiative (TCI) Nigeria, Dr. Taiwo Johnson, said such challenges include cultural and religious resistance to modern contraceptives, compensations of family planning (FP) Supply chain supply chain. expansion.
FP experts listed other challenges to include erroneous concepts and myths that discourage the use of contraceptives, the limited participation of men in the decision making of FP and low access to health, especially in rural areas and affected by the conflict.
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To maintain FP profits for the future, Dr. Johnson said the country must guarantee continuous progress, institutionalizing the training of FP in medical and nursing schools.
He also said that the government should strengthen the safety of basic FP products through the best supply chains and integrate FP into universal health coverage programs (UHC).
“Governments must foster the property of the community through collaboration with the OSC and traditional leaders, as well as expand government commitment to the budget and financing of FP.
“As we celebrate International Women's Day, it is clear that family planning is not just about reproductive health, but that it is about training women to plan their future.
“It is crucial to highlight the role of FP in the advancement of the rights and empowerment of women. Access to FP services allows women to complete their education, participate in the workforce and contribute significantly to society.
In addition, the space for childbirth significantly reduces maternal and child mortality rates, promoting healthier families and stronger communities.
The theme of 2025, 'accelerate action', requires rapid advances in gender equality. It focuses on recognizing strategies and tools that promote the progress of women in education, employment and leadership.
In Devcoms “we firmly support the issue of IWD 2025 through the acceleration of women's access to family planning (FP), which is more than a health intervention: it is a catalyst for gender equality, economic empowerment and sustainable development says that the Suliyat Estu Communication/Knowledge Management Officer.
Dr. Taiwo Johnson, the country, led the Challenge (TCI) initiative Nigeria, states that “by allowing women to make informed decisions about their reproductive health, the FP/delivery space of childbirth guarantees better health results, improvements economic opportunities and a better quality of life for families and communities.”
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