Predictors of contraceptive use among migrant and non-migrant couples in Nigeria

Kolawole E. Odusina, Federal University Oye-Ekiti
Oluwagbemiga Adeyemi, Federal University Oye-Ekiti

Evidence reveals low level of contraceptive use in Nigeria despite high knowledge and efforts of different institutions. To influence behaviour, predictors of contraceptive use are needed. Data for study are from Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey. Matched couples are target population. Logistic regression is employed to examine predictors of contraceptive use among migrants and non-migrant couples. Majority of migrant couples lives in urban areas, are Christians, belong to rich household with fewer children while most of non-migrant couples live in rural areas, are Muslims and belong to poor household. Use of contraceptives is more pronounced among migrant couples. Predictors of contraceptive use among migrant couples are age, education, fertility desire and preference while predictors of contraceptive use among non-migrant couples are age, residence, wealth status, religion, number of living children and fertility desire. Population policies on contraceptive use in Nigeria should be revised for effectiveness by taking cognizance of the predictors.