National Family Planning and Reproductive Health Policy

A Policy commits to providing universal access to family planning and reproductive health services in Nigeria. It targets women, men of reproductive age, healthcare providers, and policymakers. This aims to reduce maternal mortality and prevent unintended pregnancies.

What Is This Policy?

Nigeria's overarching policy governing family planning and reproductive health services, setting out the government's commitment to ensuring universal access to a full range of contraceptive methods and comprehensive reproductive healthcare.

Who Does It Target?

Women and men of reproductive age Healthcare providers at all levels Policy makers and programme managers in reproductive health Community health workers and extension agents

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Reduce maternal mortality, prevent unintended pregnancies, and achieve universal access to quality family planning and reproductive health services for all Nigerians.

Key Features

Method Mix: Commitment to providing a full range of modern contraceptive methods Rights-Based Approach: Services grounded in informed choice, voluntarism, and client rights Integration: Family planning services integrated into maternal health, HIV, and primary care Supply Chain Strengthening: Ensuring consistent availability of contraceptive commodities at all service points Youth Focus: Special provisions for adolescent-friendly family planning services

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active with ongoing implementation Coverage: All levels of the healthcare system nationwide Lead Agency: Federal Ministry of Health, Reproductive Health Division Funding: Federal and state budgets, development partner support, FP2030 commitments

How to Access

Family planning services are available at public health facilities across the country. Visit the nearest health facility offering family planning services Community health workers provide information and referrals Contact the state reproductive health coordinator for service locations

Official Resources

Website: health.gov.ng Contact: Reproductive Health Division, Federal Ministry of Health, Abuja

Legal Framework

Operates under the National Health Act 2014, the National Population Commission Act, the Child Rights Act 2003, the National Population Policy for Sustainable Development, and Nigeria's commitments under the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action 1994 and CEDAW.