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Spatial patterns and determinants of fertility levels among women of childbearing age in Nigeria

Published in: South African Family Practice
Volume 59 , issue 4 , 2017 , pages: 143–147

DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2017.1292693

Author(s): Oluwayemisi O Alaba Department of Statistics, Nigeria , Olusanya E Olubusoye Department of Statistics, South Africa , JO Olaomi Department of Statistics, South Africa

Keywords: Bayesian analysis , count data , fertility , Nigeria , spatial analysis

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Abstract

Background: Despite aggressive measures to control the population in Nigeria, the population of Nigeria still remains worrisome. Increased birth rates have significantly contributed to Nigeria being referred to as the most populous country in Africa. This study analyses spatial patterns and contributory factors to fertility levels in different states in Nigeria.

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