Research Article
Youth Sexual Exploitation in Nigeria: A Call for an Urgent Multi-Pronged Approach in Response to the Current Emerging Trend
Akeem Opeyemi Akinbode*
,
Sunday Bassey Udoh,
Patricia Eseigbe,
Ndifreke Ubokutom Udom
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2026
Pages:
225-230
Received:
11 November 2025
Accepted:
23 March 2026
Published:
22 July 2026
Abstract: Introduction: Sexual exploitation among children, adolescents and young adults is a global public health menace. Within Nigeria, it is no longer news that a newfangled trend has emerged concerning the incessant and unwholesome advantage-taking of the youth by sexual exploitation perpetrators. Youth sexual exploitation appears to have been accepted as a norm, with no head-on approach to solve the problem in place. Surprisingly, YSE is now taking new paths, thus not only making the situation more complex, but inhumane with the latest case events. The article is a follow-up research in response to the current dimension of sexual exploitation among the youth in Nigeria. Aim: This article aims to bring to the fore the currently emerging and evolving trend concerning the forms of sexual exploitation against the youth in Nigeria, while proffering solutions through an approach based on the context of the issue. Methodology: This paper is a narrative review that provides an overview of existing academic literature, official reports, and media reports on youth sexual exploitation in Nigeria. Findings: The known forms of YSE have been unresolved and neglected to deteriorate to more complicated branches of YSE in Nigeria. Different factors are enhancing the trend, including individual, family, community and institutional factors. Conclusion: Social, cultural, and economic connections have been identified to be factorial in the unending and deteriorating menace of YSE. There is an urgent need for all relevant stakeholders to take bold steps using a multi-pronged approach to curb the menace.
Abstract: Introduction: Sexual exploitation among children, adolescents and young adults is a global public health menace. Within Nigeria, it is no longer news that a newfangled trend has emerged concerning the incessant and unwholesome advantage-taking of the youth by sexual exploitation perpetrators. Youth sexual exploitation appears to have been accepted ...
Show More
Research Article
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Contraception in an Urban Setting: The Case of Women Residing in the Ouakam District Municipality in the City of Dakar, Senegal, 2020
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2026
Pages:
231-237
Received:
26 May 2026
Accepted:
8 June 2026
Published:
28 July 2026
Abstract: Introduction: Contraception is a major strategy in the fight against maternal and infant mortality, which moreover remains very high in our African countries, despite the efforts made. Method: This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study aimed at evaluating the level of knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding contraception among women residing in an urban setting in the Commune d'Arrondissement of Ouakam in the City of Dakar from January 21 to February 15, 2020. Results: The mean age was 29 years with extremes of 18 and 50 years. The status of “married”, of “housewives” and of the level of “schooling in French” predominated with respectively 80%, 40.75% and 76.20%. The level of knowledge of contraception was 90%. The “midwife” was the main source of knowledge (30.67%) and birth spacing the main reason for use (44.65%). The majority of women (72.81%) obtained contraceptive products from public health facilities. Almost all women (96%) informed their spouses before using this contraception and 94% of them had given a favorable opinion. The practice of contraception concerned 70% of women and the injectable method was the most used (44.14%) followed by implants (31.6%). Therapeutic adherence was 93%. Side effects were noted in 91% of women and were essentially constituted by cessation of menstruation (67.35%) and weight gain (21%). Discontinuation of contraception for more than 6 months concerned 60% of women and the main reason was the desire for pregnancy (60%). The proportion of women stating that they had never taken the morning-after pill was 86.23%. The satisfaction rate regarding women’s use of contraception was 85%. The factors associated with the practice of contraception were age over 30 years (p<0.001), the status of “housewife” (p<0.001), the status of “married woman” (p<0.001), knowledge of contraception (p<0.001) and having more than two children (p<0.001). Conclusion: The knowledge, attitudes and practices of women residing in the commune d'arrondissement of Ouakam with regard to contraception are judged good. In addition, the rate of contraceptive use was above the national standard. Measures to raise awareness through community actors must continue to be strengthened in order to maintain, if not improve, the results obtained.
Abstract: Introduction: Contraception is a major strategy in the fight against maternal and infant mortality, which moreover remains very high in our African countries, despite the efforts made. Method: This was a descriptive, cross-sectional study aimed at evaluating the level of knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding contraception among women residin...
Show More
Research Article
Prevalence of Non-Communicable Disease Behavioural Risk Factors and Their Sociodemographic Associates Among Adults in Limbe, Cameroon
Eurice Nshiti Akumbom*,
Thomas Egbe Obinchemti
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 4, August 2026
Pages:
238-248
Received:
11 July 2026
Accepted:
25 July 2026
Published:
17 August 2026
DOI:
10.11648/j.cajph.20261204.13
Downloads:
Views:
Abstract: Introduction: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for over 36% of deaths in Cameroon, primarily attributable to behavioural risk factors. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of NCD behavioural risk factors and their sociodemographic associates among adults in Limbe, Cameroon. Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 298 adults recruited using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected using a modified version of the WHO STEPs instrument for NCD risk factors. Multivariable logistic regression was used to ascertain sociodemographic associates. Statistical significance was set at p-value < 0.05 with a 95% CI. Results: The overall prevalence of tobacco use, alcohol use, unhealthy diet, insufficient physical activity, and overweight was 12.1%, 76.5%, 84.2%, 18.4%, and 37.9%. Smoking was significantly associated with females (AOR: 0.2, 95% CI: 0.1 - 0.4), employed individuals (AOR: 0.1, 95% CI: 0.02 - 0.3) and age 28 - 37 years (AOR: 7.6, 95% CI: 1.9 - 29.7). Current alcohol use was significantly associated with females (AOR: 0.4, 95% CI: 0.2 - 0.8), and age 38 - 47 years (AOR: 1.1, 95% CI: 0.7 - 4.3). Insufficient physical activity was significantly associated with females (AOR: 0.3, 95% CI: 0.2 - 0.7), age 48 - 57 years (AOR: 0.2, 95% CI: 0.1 - 0.8), and secondary education (AOR: 0.5, 95% CI: 0.3 - 0.7). Being married (AOR: 3.2, 95% CI: 1.1 - 9.4), employed (AOR: 3.9, 95% CI: 3.6 - 7.3), and retired (AOR: 4.6, 95% CI: 3.1 - 8.1) were significantly associated with overweight/obesity. Conclusion: We observed a high prevalence of tobacco use and alcohol use, low fruit/vegetable intake, and high prevalence of overweight/obesity. Gender, age, marital status, employment, and education significantly influence these risk factors. More population-specific interventions are required to address the growing NCD burden in Cameroon.
Abstract: Introduction: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) account for over 36% of deaths in Cameroon, primarily attributable to behavioural risk factors. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of NCD behavioural risk factors and their sociodemographic associates among adults in Limbe, Cameroon. Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted...
Show More
