The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Women's Health Development in Nigeria, 1973 – 2019

Abstract

Women and children are often disadvantaged in many facets of life arising mainly from the structures and cultural practicesin many  societies. In the case of Nigeria, and largely Africa, the case is worse as women are still subjected to various forms of abuse. Since its  establishment in 1969 and the redirection of its focus in the 1970s to issues around sexual reproductive health, the United Nations  Population Fund has played a major role in changing things for the better. This study is an analysis of the activities of the UNFPA in  Nigeria from 1973 to 2019. In particular, the study examines the contributions of the UN agency to women’s health and some other  aspects of social development in Nigeria during the study period. The findings show that the UNFPA has made extensive contribution to  women’s health development in the country. The work recommends that, to fully accomplish its objectives, UNFPA needs to broaden its  coverage and as well adopt holistic approach in addressing issues of population control and reproductive health in Nigeria. The study  also recommends how Nigeria can derive maximum benefits from the UNFPA.