http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/239 Scholarly Works in Sociology and Anthropology Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:07:19 GMT 2026-09-01T17:07:19Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1285 Title: INEVITABILITY OF ECONOMICALLY INDUCED SEX WORK IN NIGERIA: A MARXIAN POLITICAL ECONOMY APPROACH Authors: Ikezue, Clement Emeka Abstract: Commercial sex work is arguably one of the oldest professions on the planet. So many people are involved in the trade either passively or actively. The trade appears to have taken a new dimension with some form of sophistication. The inevitability of economically induced sex work is apparent and disturbing. This paper tried to examine why commercial sex work has persisted in the society even when people paint a sanctimonious posture of themselves. This is against the background that even in the face of seemingly clampdown by the law enforcement agents, the workers appear undeterred. The paper adopted the Marxian Political Economy Approach in explaining the persistence of commercial sex work in Nigeria. Qualitative method of data collection was used in the study. This involved the use of the In Depth Interview (IDI) as instrument for data collection. Collated data were analyzed using the thematic method of qualitative data analysis. It was found in the study that several factors were responsible for the persistence of the economically induced sex work in Nigeria. Prominent among them is the necessity to survive the non friendly economic reality in the country. Lack of empowerment of the female persons in many communities also account for the perpetuity of the trade. The paper recommended among others the empowerment of the female persons in the country with a view to mitigating the non friendly economic reality they face. Description: Scholarly work Tue, 01 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1285 2019-01-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1266 Title: Assessment of Community-Based Maternal Health Care Models for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Nigeria: A Literature Review Authors: Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye; Eke, Leona Adimchi; Okoye, Bisiola Ekelechi Abstract: Nigeria faces a dual crisis of high maternal mortality and widespread internal displacement driven by conflict. This narrative literature review synthesizes evidence on community-based maternal health care models designed to serve internally displaced persons (IDPs) and conflict-affected populations in Nigeria. Drawing from existing studies spanning 2013-2025, this review examines intervention types, effectiveness, implementation challenges, and policy implications. The evidence reveals diverse community-based approaches including mobile health clinics, community health workers, emergency transport schemes, volunteer obstetrician programs, and faith-based initiatives. These interventions have demonstrated significant improvements in maternal health outcomes, with documented reductions in maternal mortality ratios ranging from 16.8% to 37%, substantial increases in antenatal care coverage, and improved facility delivery rates. However, persistent barriers including insecurity, inadequate funding, cultural norms, and weak health infrastructure continue to challenge sustainable implementation. This review provides critical insights for policymakers, humanitarian organizations, and health practitioners working to improve maternal health outcomes in displacement and conflict settings Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1266 2026-03-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1265 Title: BARRIERS TO UTILIZING SKILLED BIRTH ATTENDANCE AMONG ADOLESCENT MOTHERS IN URBAN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN NIGERIA: A LITERATURE REVIEW Authors: Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye; Okoye, Bisiola Ekelechi; Okoye, Nneoma Emelechi Abstract: This literature review synthesizes evidence on barriers to skilled birth attendance (SBA) among adolescent mothers in urban informal settlements in Nigeria. The paper adopts the Three Delays Model as the theoretical framework. Drawing on studies published between 2012 and 2025, the review identifies critical socioeconomic, cultural, health system, and individual-level barriers that impede access to facility-based delivery services. Key findings reveal that only 18–34% of adolescent mothers in Nigeria utilize health facilities for delivery, with rates particularly low in Northern Nigeria and urban slum communities. Major barriers include poverty and the high cost of services, low educational attainment, long distances to health facilities, negative attitudes of healthcare workers, cultural beliefs favoring traditional birth attendants, stigma against pregnant adolescents, and lack of family support. The review highlights the urgent need for multi-sectoral interventions, including girl-child education, expansion of health insurance coverage, improvement in healthcare worker attitudes, community engagement, and targeted support for vulnerable adolescent populations in urban informal settlements. These findings have significant implications for achieving Nigeria's maternal mortality reduction targets and the Sustainable Development Goals. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1265 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1259 Title: Public Perception of Factors Associated with Antenatal Care Utilization among Women in Awka South LGA of Anamabra State, Nigeria Authors: Okeke, Ngozi Chinenye; Chukwuemeka, Gloria Nwakego; Ubaezuonu, Chioma Anaestasia; Okocha, Goodness Onyedikachi Abstract: This paper examined public perception of the factors associated with antenatal care utilization among women in Awka South LGA. The objectives of this study were guided by conceptual issues such as; the state of antenatal care utilization among women, factors influencing antenatal care utilization among women, effects of poor antenatal care utilization among women, measures that could be put in place to improve antenatal care utilization among women in Awka South LGA. The research employed a mixed methods research design using a sample size of 204 respondents. Data collected from the questionnaire were processed using the Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) software application version 23. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency tables and simple percentages. The hypotheses were tested using the Chi-square (X²) statistics. The qualitative data collected from the field were transcribed which was thoroughly edited, analyzed thematically using narrative method of qualitative data analysis. The study identified distance to clinic as primary socio-cultural factors that determine the utilization of antenatal care service among women in Awka South Local Government Area. The study also found out that maternal death, pregnancy complications, infant death among others as effects of poor antenatal care services in Awka South Local Government Area. Finally, the research recommends that free and subsidized antenatal care service, improved facility infrastructure, community mobilization among others were listed as measures to improve antenatal care utilization among women in Awka South LGA. Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT http://repository.unizik.edu.ng/handle/123456789/1259 2026-01-01T00:00:00Z