Geographical Analysis of the Prevalence and Predictors of Intimate Partner Violence in Nigeria

Chukwuedozie K. Ajaero, University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Emeka Igboeli, University of Nigeria Nsukka
Juliana J.C Onuh Onuh, University of Nigeria Nsukka
Eberechukwu J. Ezea, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

While studies on intimate partner violence (IPV) exist globally, the spatially varying prevalence and predictors of IPV in Nigeria have remained unexplored. This study therefore examines the spatial prevalence and predictors of IPV in Nigeria. Data was from the 2018 demographic and health survey of Nigeria which was conducted in all the 36 states of Nigeria and Abuja. The study made use of a composite dependent variable of intimate partner violence (IPV) index. Data analysis were carried out using descriptive statistics, mapping, Hot Spot analysis, and geographically weighted regression. results showed that 16% of the respondents had experienced IPV while Taraba, Yobe, Adamawa and Benue States had the highest proportion of women who reported that they experienced IPV in Nigeria. The spatial clustering of IPV also varied significantly across regions and States. In addition, the results showed significant spatial variations in the socioeconomic factors, which estimated the prevalence of IPVs.