Nigeria is known to
be the most populous country in Africa with a population of about 173 million
people. Unfortunately, the country has one of
the world’s worst indices for maternal mortality rate, with an estimated
lifetime risk of maternal death being 1 in 31 compared to that of high resource
countries (1 in 3700). Plainly speaking, there is a major public heath issue concerning the welfare of mothers in the country fondly called the Giant of Africa. These statistics are truly alarming and unfortunate as it has been recognised that so many of these deaths are preventable and should not be occurring in this modern age. However, explanations to these figures began to emerge as it was revealed that approximately two-thirds of all the Nigerian women and three-quarters of rural women deliver their babies outside health facilities, and without skilled birth attendants.
This revelation may suggest that changing behavioural patterns of the women has the potential to save women. But how do we influence a shift from the norm?
P.S: This blog encourages a more participatory approach to the discussions of the issues raised. Please feel free to leave your suggestions and comments.
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