The Network made the call on Monday, in a press statement made available to DAILY POST in Taraba State.
The statement, which was jointly signed by the President of the Network, Yinka Shokunbi,and its National SecretaryNoting that contraceptive information and services are fundamental to the health and human rights of all individuals, the Network said the prevention of unintended pregnancies would go a long way to help lower maternal ill-health and the number of pregnancy-related deaths.
The group added that contraceptives prevent unintended pregnancies, reduce the number of abortions and lower the incidence of death and disability related to complications of pregnancy and childbirth. The statement said, “Sadly, contraceptive use in Nigeria has been consistently low despite its many benefits and several efforts by government and development partners to increase the uptake.”
According to the group, the recommended interval before attempting the next pregnancy should be at least 24 months or two years.