Where Husbands Call the Shots: Regional Breakdown of Financial Control in Nigerian Homes

The latest NDHS 2024 data highlights regional differences in household earning control among married women. In the North East, 15% of wives say their husbands have exclusive authority over their personal income. The North Central and South East both report 13.3%, reflecting strong patriarchal traditions in these zones. By contrast, the South West (5.4%) and South South (5.9%) show much lower rates, indicating more balanced financial decision-making in those regions.

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