The items, valued at N50 million, included injectables and Implanon.
Ms Katagum said the state government was deliberate in its programmes toward harnessing its demographic dividend
She stressed the need for all levels of government to provide avenues for individuals and couples to achieve their fertility goals.
Mr Ukam said health, education, economic conditions, cultural norms, and access to reproductive services influenced fertility decisions.
Mr Onoja stated that 187 pregnant women visited the UNFPA women and girls’ safe space and clinic for antenatal care.
“The cultural norms are a major factor in challenges affecting women’s health and the prevalence of GBV in society,” he said.
Ms Banji stressed the need for strong government commitment to avoid the pitfalls of past health interventions.
The state government is partnering with the UNFPA in gender-based violence (GBV), VVF management and the AGILE project.
He added that UNFPA had reached out for additional support from other donors and had received four of the 13 expected commodities.
Ms Balogun said that the Oyo State government was committed to building a society where gender-related issues would be effectively and sustainably managed.
