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The Socioeconomic Impact of Fertility Rates on Nigeria's Development: A Policy Perspective
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Abstract
This paper explores the socioeconomic impact of Nigeria’s high fertility rate and its influence on the country’s economic development. With a fertility rate of 5.14 children per woman in 2022, far exceeding the global average, Nigeria faces significant demographic challenges. The analysis focuses on three critical data points: fertility rate, female tertiary education rate, and female labor force participation rate. The findings highlight how cultural factors, educational attainment, and labor market participation contribute to sustained high fertility rates, particularly in rural areas. Additionally, the paper examines how these factors exacerbate gender inequality and limit economic opportunities for women, thereby hindering Nigeria's overall economic progress. Policy recommendations include promoting female education and workforce participation to help manage population growth and stimulate economic development.
Keywords
fertility rate, female education, labor force participation, economic development, Nigeria
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Geng,X. (2024). The Socioeconomic Impact of Fertility Rates on Nigeria's Development: A Policy Perspective. Journal of Applied Economics and Policy Studies,12,40-42.
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