In Kano State, Nigeria, traditional leaders are continuing to advocate for family planning policies, despite previous criticisms of Western influence. The Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, recently voiced concerns about the adoption of mandated family planning laws. For years, this issue has been a focal point in the Emirate’s governance. Recent years have seen the term “family planning” increasingly used to describe the practice of spacing children within the community. Traditional leaders continue to push for continued discussion and potentially more restrictive policies regarding family size and spacing, reflecting a persistent emphasis on community values and traditional practices.
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