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Determinants of multidimensional poverty in Nigeria: a state level analysis

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  • Mubaraq Dele Sulaimon

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The determinants of multidimensional poverty at state level have received little attention in Nigeria. Hence, this study seeks to fill the gap. Data for the study covered 2016/2017 survey period and were analysed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and ordinary least squares (OLS) techniques. The ANOVA results show significant variations in multidimensional poverty between the south-south, south-east, south-west, north-east, north-west and the north-central regions. The OLS results show that total fertility rate, underage pregnancy and region of residence have significant positive effects on multidimensional poverty while education and health have significant negative effects. The study concludes that decline in total fertility rate will reduce the population growth and burden of poor households and translate into decline in multidimensional poverty. The paper recommends that government should invest significantly in reproductive healthcare, education and sensitisation of individuals on the benefits of contraceptives.

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  • Mubaraq Dele Sulaimon, 2022. "Determinants of multidimensional poverty in Nigeria: a state level analysis," International Journal of Sustainable Economy, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 14(2), pages 151-166.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijsuse:v:14:y:2022:i:2:p:151-166
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