Abstract
The research investigated the geographical distribution of female contraceptive utilization in Nigeria, employing a retrospective methodology to gather archived population data. For over six years, data regarding contraceptive practices among women aged 15-49 has extracted from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and the Nigeria Demographic Health Survey (NDHS). Spatial variations in contraceptive usage across Nigeria were assessed using the ANOVA statistical technique. Results indicated an increase in female contraceptive prevalence from 15.3% in 2016 to 18.1% in 2021, with Oyo, Imo, and Lagos states exhibiting the highest rates of usage. The study noted a higher prevalence of modern contraceptive methods in the southern region, attributed to increased awareness. Significant disparities in contraceptive usage among Nigerian women were confirmed (P<0.05), with notably low utilization rates in the north-eastern geopolitical zones. Furthermore, analysis revealed significant differences (P<0.05) in the types of modern contraception employed, particularly in the pronounced variance between injectables and other methods. The study underscores the importance of providing accurate and timely information on diverse contraceptive options to Nigerian women, emphasizing the need for informed family planning strategies
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