Awareness of Contraceptive Methods amongst Married Male Population of Ekpoma, Nigeria

Abstract

The impact of contraception on the population growth rate of Nigeria has been described as “little”, thereby 
prompting several questions on what the problems might be. This study therefore, reassesses the level of awareness of 
contraceptive methods amongst married male population of Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria. The study population comprised of 
640 married men and data was collected using a well-structured questionnaire. The results showed that awareness of 
contraceptive methods is high. Although comparatively, pills (for females), male condom (for male) and withdrawal (for 
couple co-operation) method, were the better known contraceptives. It is our opinion therefore, that the relevant authorities take 
advantage of such level of awareness amongst married men to initiate programs that would educate them about the significance 
of responsible parenthood, particularly on how it applies to Nigeria.