Abstract
This study looked at how women in the North-West, Nigeria used and understood sex and reproductive
information. The study employed a descriptive survey design. The data were collected by a questionnaire,
and a quantitative analysis was produced using descriptive statistics techniques. The results of the study
show that although there is a low overall consumption of sex and reproductive information, there is a
moderate level of awareness of its availability. The majority of the women were aware of the various
types of information regarding sex and reproduction, and that information on breastfeeding,
immunizations, vaccinations, and some side effects of pharmaceutical agents (such as headaches and
changes in vision) was among them. They also knew that information on quitting smoking, eating a
healthy diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding stress all improved the frequency and timing of sexual
relations. The study recommends that information professionals should make sure that local women are
exposed to sexual and reproductive information and receive training on how to reposition themselves to
adopt new methods of accessing knowledge through electronic media; health practitioners should conduct
orientation programs for brides in all communities on how to access and use sexual and reproductive
information; and that local specialists should be readily available to women in a community to provide
them with such information.
Keywords: Awareness, Use, Sex and Reproductive Information, Women, Northwestern Nigeria
Publication Date: 2024-05-15