Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa

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Stakeholder perceptions of political and economic factors influencing vaccination in two States with a high burden of zero-dose children in Nigeria
Tanimola Makanjuola Akande, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Adekunle Ganiyu Salaudeen, Maysoon Dahab, Olatunde Adesoro, et al.
Health Policy and Planning, 2026
Globally, an estimated 22.7 million children are unimmunized or ‘zero-dose’ (ZD), with 3.1 million in Nigeria. The political and economic environment plays a critical role in influencing the number of ZD and under-immunized children. We explored stakeholder perceptions of the political and economic context of vaccination services in Kano and Lagos States, two Nigerian States with a high number of ZD children. We conducted stakeholder mapping, followed by key informant interviews with 84 State, local, and community informants responsible for or influential in immunization. Transcripts were analyzed using a reflective thematic framework approach. We describe the multi-level network of domestic and international actors characterizing Nigeria's immunization policymaking and implementation landscape. Respondents perceived a strong and mutual political commitment by all actors involved in routine immunization. The pivotal role of local influencers further reinforced this commitment, from traditional to religious leaders, to improving uptake in challenging settings. Knowledge of national policies, and thus, perception of their adequacy in addressing under-immunization, was weakest among participants working at the local and community levels. Other reported barriers to policy implementation included bureaucratic delays in fund disbursement, outdated policies, slow dissemination of policies to local levels, and inadequate policy provisions for funding and staffing at the local level. To enhance equitable immunization coverage in Kano and Lagos, our findings suggest a need for meaningful engagement of community actors in policy development, timely policy revisions, and the establishment of mechanisms for expediting fund disbursements and addressing funding shortfalls at the local levels.
Barriers and enablers to childhood immunization in high zero-dose burden communities in Kano and Lagos states, Nigeria
Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Ganiyu Adekunle Salaudeen, Luret Lar, Mervat Alhaffar, Nada Abdelmagid, et al.
Vaccine, 2025
The effectiveness of an m-Health intervention on the sexual and reproductive health of in-school adolescents: a cluster randomized controlled trial in Nigeria
Oluwatosin Wuraola Akande, Moise Muzigaba, Ehimario Uche Igumbor, Kelly Elimian, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, et al.
Reproductive Health, 2024
Background The implementation of the country-wide comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) curriculum among in-school adolescents remains abysmally low and mHealth-based interventions are promising. We assessed the effect of a mHealth-based CSE on the sexual and reproductive health (SRH) knowledge, attitude and behaviour of in-school adolescents in Ilorin, northcentral Nigeria. Methods Using schools as clusters, 1280 in-school adolescents were randomised into intervention and control groups. Data was collected at baseline (T0), immediately after the intervention (T1) and 3 months afterwards (T2) on SRH knowledge, attitude and practice of risky sexual behaviour (RSB). Data analysis included test of associations using Chi-square, independent t-test and repeated measures ANOVA. Predictors were identified using binary logistic regression. Results In the intervention group, there was a statistically significant main effect on mean knowledge score (F = 2117.252, p = < 0.001) and mean attitude score (F = 148.493, p = < 0.001) from T0 to T2 compared to the control group which showed no statistically significant main effects in knowledge (p = 0.073), attitude (p = 0.142) and RSB (p = 0.142). Though the mean RSB score declined from T0 to T2, this effect was not statistically significant (F = 0.558, p = 0.572). Post-intervention, being female was a positive predictor of good SRH knowledge; being male was a positive predictor of RSB while being in a higher-class level was a negative predictor of RSB. Conclusion The mHealth-based CSE was effective in improving SRH knowledge and attitude among in-school adolescents. This strategy should be strengthened to bridge the SRH knowledge and attitude gap among in-school adolescents. Trial registration Retrospectively registered on the Pan African Clinical Trial Registry (pactr.samrc.ac.za) on 19 October 2023. Identification number: PACTR202310485136014
Quality of life and spiritual needs of patients diagnosed with cancer in a tertiary hospital in southwestern Nigeria
Deborah Tolulope Esan, Falilat Idowu Bolarinwa, Blessed Obem Oyama, Oluwaseyi Isaiah Olabisi, Joel Adeleke Afolayan, et al.
Enfermeria Clinica, 2024
Pattern and Incidence of Covid-19 Vaccine Reactions among Adult Clients in a Tertiary Health Facility in a North-Central State of Nigeria
Bilqis Wuraola Alatishe-Muhammad, Godwin ThankGod John, Mubarak Adeyemi Ijaiya, Mojirola Martina Fasiku, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa
Malaysian Journal of Nursing, 2024
Introduction: As a result of the rapid development and approval of the COVID-19 vaccine during the pandemic, there was serious misinformation about the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine. Providing evidence-based proof of the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine could dispel this scepticism. The study aimed to assess the pattern and incidence of COVID-19 vaccine reactions among adult clients in a tertiary health facility following immunization. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care institute among recipients of the first dose of the of the COVID-19 vaccine between April and July 2021. Study populations were adults above 18 years. Participants were assessed for any reactions four times. Immediately after vaccination and later, same day one, day 2, day 3, and on/after day 7. A telephone interview was conducted, and the recipients were assessed according to the time and type of reactions, actions taken following reactions, and severe forms of reactions. Results: A total of 1535 participants were assessed post-COVID-19 vaccination reactions, and 805 (52.4%) reported at least one of the COVID-19 vaccine reactions following vaccination, and less than a percent reported perceived severe adverse reactions. Pain at the injection site (5.0%), myalgia (2.8%), and headache (1.6%) were the common adverse events reported immediately after vaccination. The majority of the respondents (93.4%) were willing to take the second dose of the of the COVID-19 vaccine. The major factor associated with COVID-19 vaccine reactions following vaccination was the age group. Conclusion: Many people still experience a certain type of discomfort after vaccinations; this discomfort is often mild to moderate and is more prevalent in young adults. Most of the reactions resolve after a few days without intervention.
A framework for stakeholder engagement in the adoption of new anti-malarial treatments in Africa: a case study of Nigeria
Olugbenga Ayodeji Mokuolu, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Oluwatumobi Racheal Opadiran, Hafsat Abolore Ameen, Mehul Dhorda, et al.
Malaria Journal, 2023
Background Recent reports of artemisinin partial resistance from Rwanda and Uganda are worrisome and suggest a future policy change to adopt new anti-malarials. This is a case study on the evolution, adoption, and implementation of new anti-malarial treatment policies in Nigeria. The main objective is to provide perspectives to enhance the future uptake of new anti-malarials, with an emphasis on stakeholder engagement strategies. Methods This case study is based on an analysis of policy documents and stakeholders’ perspectives drawn from an empirical study conducted in Nigeria, 2019–2020. A mixed methods approach was adopted, including historical accounts, review of programme and policy documents, and 33 qualitative in-depth interviews and 6 focus group discussions. Results Based on policy documents reviewed, the adoption of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) in Nigeria was swift due to political will, funding and support from global developmental partners. However, the implementation of ACT was met with resistance from suppliers, distributors, prescribers, and end-users, attributed to market dynamics, costs and inadequate stakeholder engagement. Deployment of ACT in Nigeria witnessed increased developmental partner support, robust data generation, ACT case-management strengthening and evidence on anti-malarial use in severe malaria and antenatal care management. A framework for effective stakeholder engagement for the future adoption of new anti-malarial treatment strategies was proposed. The framework covers the pathway from generating evidence on drug efficacy, safety and uptake; to making treatment accessible and affordable to end-users. It addresses which stakeholders to engage with and the content of engagement strategies with key stakeholders at different levels of the transition process. Conclusion Early and staged engagement of stakeholders from global bodies to community level end-users is critical to the successful adoption and uptake of new anti-malarial treatment policies. A framework for these engagements was proposed as a contribution to enhancing the uptake of future anti-malarial strategies.
Low Immunization Completion among Under-Five Children: Are Underserved Nomadic and Farming Communities in a North Central State of Nigeria doing Better?
BC Nwachukwu, BW Alatishe-Muhammad, S Ibizugbe, DI Alake, OA Bolarinwa
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, 2023
Background: The recent drop in immunization coverage in Nigeria has left more than 3.25 million children unimmunized and has risen concern over immunization completion among the under-five children. More so among underserved communities of pastoralist nomads and farmers that were isolated from immunization services because of operational and sociocultural factors. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional analytical (comparative analysis) study was carried out among 550 eligible caregivers of under-five children in nomadic and farming communities in Niger State, Nigeria. The mothers and caregivers paired with under-five children were recruited into the study using a multistage sampling technique. Data was collected using a validated interviewer-administered questionnaire. Data was analyzed with the statistical software package (version 23). Results: More than half of the under-five children studied were males in both the nomadic (57.5%) and farming (52.0%) communities. The aggregated score of immunization knowledge was significantly (P < 0.001) better (Good 44.4%; Fair 49.8%) among farmers compared to their nomads’ counterpart (Good 21.1%; Fair 43.6%). Conversely, almost all the respondents (98.2%) in nomadic community significantly had a good overall perception of childhood immunization compared to 77.1% in the farming community. More farmers’ children (99.6%) had received immunization compared to 92.4% of the nomads’ children. About 87.3% of farmers compared to 76% of the nomads’ (76.0%) children reported immunization completion. About 50.5% of the farmers’ and 41.4% of the nomads’ children have achieved immunization on card inspection. Conclusion: This study revealed that average immunization completion reported among under-five children in both farming and nomadic communities is higher than the national average. It is recommended that more strategies are needed to intensify immunization campaigns targeted at populations in Nigeria.
Low Immunization Completion among Under‑Five Children: Are Underserved Nomadic and Farming Communities in a North Central State of Nigeria doing Better?
BC Nwachukwu, BW Alatishe-Muhammad, S Ibizugbe, ID Alake, OA Bolarinwa
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, 2023
Background: The recent drop in immunization coverage in Nigeria has left more than 3.25 million children unimmunized and has risen concerns over immunization completion among the under-five children. More so among underserved communities of pastoralist nomads and farmers that were isolated from immunization services because of operational and sociocultural factors. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional analytical (comparative analysis) study was carried out among 550 eligible caregivers of under-five children in nomadic and farming communities in Niger State, Nigeria. The mothers and caregivers paired with under-five children were recruited into the study using a multi-stage sampling technique. Data were collected using a validated interviewer-administered questionnaire. Data were analyzed with SPSS (version 23). Results: More than half of the under-five children studied were males in both the nomadic (57.5%) and farming (52.0%) communities. The aggregated score of immunization knowledge was significantly (p < 0.001) better (Good 44.4%; Fair 49.8%) among farmers compared to their nomad counterparts (Good 21.1%; Fair 43.6%). Conversely, almost all the respondents (98.2%) in the nomadic community significantly had a good overall perception of childhood immunization compared to 77.1% in the farming community. More farmers’ children (99.6%) had received immunization compared to 92.4% of the nomads’ children. About 87.3% of farmers compared to 76% of the nomads’ (76.0%) children reported immunization completion. About 50.5% of the farmers’ and 41.4% of the nomads’ children have achieved immunization on card inspection. Conclusion: This study revealed that average immunization completion reported among under-five children in both farming and nomadic communities is higher than the national average. It is recommended that more strategies are needed to intensify immunization campaigns targeted at populations in Nigeria.
Caregiving in a tertiary health institution in North Central Nigeria: Support types and financial burden
OluwatosinWuraola Akande, MojirolaMartina Fasiku, OladimejiAkeem Bolarinwa, TanimolaMakanjuola Akande
Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal, 2023
Assessment of Spiritual Care Practices Among Nurses Caring for Cancer Patients in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria
Falilat Idowu Bolarinwa, Deborah Tolulope Esan, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa
Sage Open Nursing, 2023
Introduction The importance of spirituality in health and wellness has been documented in the literature. While the developed countries have reported robust evidence of spirituality in nursing practices, there is scant evidence in low- and middle-income countries like Nigeria. Objectives This study assessed the spiritual care practices of the nurses attending to cancer patients in a tertiary health institution in Ilorin. It further determined factors associated with spiritual caring practices among nurses. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted between November 2021 and December 2021 to assess spiritual care practices among nurses caring for cancer patients. During the study period, 66 nurses were recruited randomly from the hospital's medical and surgical clinics, palliative care department, and Obstetrics and Gynecology department. Twelve items validated Nurses’ spiritual care practices questionnaire was adapted for this study. Data were analyzed using IBM SPSS version 23. Results The mean age of the respondents was 36.5 years ( + 10.1) while female respondents made up 83.3%. About 48% of the nurses had good spiritual caring practices while 52% had poor spiritual caring practices. Nurses with training in oncology (96%) with p = .001 and those with spirituality training (86.2%) with p = .017 showed significant association with spiritual care practices. This study concluded that spiritual care practices among nurses are sub-optimal with training as a significantly associated factor with spiritual care practices. Conclusion It is, therefore, suggested that spiritual care practices should be incorporated into all nursing training and curriculum. This will allow them to better support the spiritual needs of the patients, especially those with chronic diseases like cancer.
Prevalence of haemoglobin A1c based dysglycaemia among adult community dwellers in selected states in Nigeria: a descriptive cross-sectional study
Ikeoluwapo O. Ajayi, William O. Balogun, Oluwarotimi B. Olopade, Gbadebo O. Ajani, David O. Soyoye, et al.
Frontiers in Endocrinology, 2023
SARS-CoV-2 variants-associated outbreaks of COVID-19 in a tertiary institution, North-Central Nigeria: Implications for epidemic control
Oluwapelumi Olufemi Adeyemi, Nnaemeka Darlington Ndodo, Mariam Kehinde Sulaiman, Oyeronke Temidayo Ayansola, Oluwabunmi Idera Nimat Buhari, et al.
Plos One, 2023
Ethical considerations in deploying triple artemisinin-based combination therapies for malaria: An analysis of stakeholders' perspectives in Burkina Faso and Nigeria
Paulina Tindana, Rosemonde Guissou, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Fatoumata Tou, Freek de Haan, et al.
Plos One, 2022
Prevalence and Determinants of Stress of Informal Caregiving: A Cross-Sectional Study among Informal Caregivers of Hospitalised Patients in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria
MojirolaMartina Fasiku, OluwatosinWuraola Akande, OladimejiAkeem Bolarinwa, TanimolaM Akande
Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal, 2022
Effects of a temporary suspension of community-based health insurance in Kwara State, North-Central, Nigeria
Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Tanimola Makanjuola Akande, Wendy Janssens, Kwasi Boahene, Tobias Rinke de Wit
Pan African Medical Journal, 2022
The impact of systemic hypertension on outcomes in hospitalized COVID-19 patients – a systematic review
James Ayodele Ogunmodede, Adebusola Jane Ogunmodede, Bolade Folasade Dele-Ojo, Idris Abiola Yusuf, Adeseye Abiodun Akintunde, et al.
African Health Sciences, 2022
Willingness and ability to pay for healthcare insurance: A cross-sectional study of Seven Communities in East and West Africa (SevenCEWA)
Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Soter Ameh, Caleb Ochimana, Abayomi Olabayo Oluwasanu, Okello Samson, et al.
Plos Global Public Health, 2021
To what extent are the antimalarial markets in African countries ready for a transition to triple artemisinin-based combination therapies?
Freek de Haan, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Rosemonde Guissou, Fatoumata Tou, Paulina Tindana, et al.
Plos One, 2021
Effects of call reminders, short message services (SMS) reminders, and sms immunization facts on childhood routine vaccination timing and completion in Ilorin, Nigeria
Rasheedat Ibraheem, Moshood Akintola, Mohammed Abdulkadir, Hafsat Ameen, Oladimeji Bolarinwa, et al.
African Health Sciences, 2021
What medicines do households keep in their cabinets? Understanding the possession and use of medicines at home and the role of health insurance in Nigeria
Hezekiah Olayinka Shobiye, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Mojirola Martina Fasiku, Tanimola Makanjuola Akande, Wendy Janssens
Plos One, 2021
Are there evidence to support the informal sector's willingness to participate and pay for statewide health insurance scheme in Nigeria?
OladimejiAkeem Bolarinwa, MuniratAyoola Afolayan, BosedeFolashade Rotimi, Bilqis Alatishe-Mohammad
Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal, 2021
Ethical, Regulatory and Market related aspects of Deploying Triple Artemisinin-Based Combination Therapies for Malaria treatment in Africa: A study protocol.
Paulina Tindana, Freek de Haan, Olugbenga Ayodeji Mokuolu, Rosemonde Guissou, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, et al.
Wellcome Open Research, 2021
Hypertension prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control and predicted 10-year CVD risk: a cross-sectional study of seven communities in East and West Africa (SevenCEWA)
Samson Okello, Alfa Muhihi, Shukri F. Mohamed, Soter Ameh, Caleb Ochimana, et al.
BMC Public Health, 2020
Pertinent roles of African higher institutions in the COVID-19 pandemic response: The University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria; An African Model
Idayat Durotoye, Rasheed Odunola, Oluwapelumi Adeyemi, Alex Akanmu, Oladimeji Bolarinwa, et al.
International Journal of Health Planning and Management, 2020
Sample Size Estimation for Health and Social Science Researchers: The Principles and Considerations for Different Study Designs
OladimejiAkeem Bolarinwa
Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal, 2020
Covid-19 Related Disruption of Out-Patient Services: An Opportunity for Integrating Telemedicine into Clinical Practice in Public Hospitals in Nigeria
African Journal of Biomedical Research, 2020
Mid-term Impact of Home-based Follow-up Care on Health-related Quality of Life of Hypertensive Patients at a Teaching Hospital in Ilorin, Nigeria
O. Bolarinwa, M. Juni, M. N. Nor Afiah, M. S. Salmiah, T. Akande
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, 2019
Adherence to combined antiretroviral therapy (cART) among people living with HIV/AIDS in a tertiary hospital in Ilorin, Nigeria
Chukwuma Anyaike, Oladele Ademola Atoyebi, Omotoso Ibrahim Musa, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Kabir Adekunle Durowade, et al.
Pan African Medical Journal, 2019
Dermatology Quality of Life Impairments among Newly Diagnosed HIV-Infected Patients in the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Nigeria
R. O. Shittu, L. O. Odeigah, Abdulraheem O. Mahmoud, M. A. Sani, O. A. Bolarinwa
Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care, 2016
Costs and cost-effectiveness of hypertension screening and treatment in adults with hypertension in rural Nigeria in the context of a health insurance program
Nicole T. A. Rosendaal, Marleen E. Hendriks, Mark D. Verhagen, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Emmanuel O. Sanya, et al.
Plos One, 2016
Relationship between age, radiographic normal heart size and cardio-thoracic ratio in a nigerian population
East African Medical Journal, 2016
Awareness and coverage of the national health insurance scheme among formal sector workers in Ilorin, Nigeria
African Journal of Biomedical Research, 2016
Prevalence of heamoglobin genotype screening and awareness of SCD among undergraduate students of unilorin
Journal of Medicine and Biomedical Research, 2016
Sustained effect of health insurance and facility quality improvement on blood pressure in adults with hypertension in Nigeria: A population-based study
Marleen E. Hendriks, Nicole T.A. Rosendaal, Ferdinand W.N.M. Wit, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Berber Kramer, et al.
International Journal of Cardiology, 2016
Improving maternal care through a state-wide health insurance program: A cost and cost-effectiveness study in rural Nigeria
Gabriela B. Gomez, Nicola Foster, Daniella Brals, Heleen E. Nelissen, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, et al.
Plos One, 2015
Self-reported sleep parameters among secondary school teenagers in middle-belt Nigeria
EO Sanya, PM Kolo, OO Desalu, OA Bolarinwa, PO Ajiboye, et al.
Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, 2015
Feasibility and quality of cardiovascular disease prevention within a community-based health insurance program in rural Nigeria: An operational cohort study
Marleen E. Hendriks, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Ferdinand W.N.W. Wit, Lizzy M. Brewster, Aina O. Odusola, et al.
Journal of Hypertension, 2015
Costs of cardiovascular disease prevention care and scenarios for cost saving: A micro-costing study from rural Nigeria
Marleen E. Hendriks, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Heleen E. Nelissen, Alexander C. Boers, Gabriela B. Gomez, et al.
Journal of Hypertension, 2015
Mapping knowledge management resources of maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) among people living in rural and urban settings of Ilorin, Nigeria
Pan African Medical Journal, 2014
Knowledge and risk factors for glaucoma among adults in a rural community of Kwara State, North-Central Nigeria
Kabir Durowade, Adekunle Salaudeen, Omotosho Musa, Oladimeji Bolarinwa, Oluwole Babatunde, et al.
Taf Preventive Medicine Bulletin, 2014
Target organ damage among hypertensive adults in rural Nigeria: A cross-sectional study
Heleen E. Nelissen, Marleen E. Hendriks, Ferdinand W.N.M. Wit, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Gordon K. Osagbemi, et al.
Journal of Hypertension, 2014
Step-by-step guideline for disease-specific costing studies in low- and middle-income countries: A mixed methodology
Marleen E. Hendriks, Piyali Kundu, Alexander C. Boers, Oladimeji A. Bolarinwa, Mark J. te Pas, et al.
Global Health Action, 2014
Ownership and utilisation of long lasting insecticide treated nets following free distribution campaign in South West Nigeria
Sunday Adedeji Aderibigbe, Foluke Adenike Olatona, Oluremi Sogunro, Gafar Alawode, Oluwole Adeyemi Babatunde, et al.
Pan African Medical Journal, 2014
Perceptions of inhibitors and facilitators for adhering to hypertension treatment among insured patients in rural Nigeria: A qualitative study
Aina O Odusola, Marleen Hendriks, Constance Schultsz, Oladimeji A Bolarinwa, Tanimola Akande, et al.
BMC Health Services Research, 2014
Effects of health education on cigarette smoking habits of young adults in tertiary institutions in a northern Nigerian state
Health Science Journal, 2013
Comparative antimalarial and safety attributes of methanolic extract of leaves of Tithonia diversifolia and Morinda lucida in animal models
R.O. Arise, S.O. Malomo, O.A. Bolarinwa
American Journal of Drug Discovery and Development, 2013
Injection safety practices among primary health care workers in Ilorin, Kwara state of Nigeria
Health Science Journal, 2012
Willingness to accept vaginal microbicides amongst students of university of ilorin
Health Science Journal, 2011
Effects of health education on cigarette smoking habits of young adults in tertiary institutions in a northern Nigerian State
Health Science Journal, 2011
Cardiovascular disease prevention in rural Nigeria in the context of a community based health insurance scheme: QUality improvement cardiovascular care Kwara-I (QUICK-I)
Marleen Hendriks, Lizzy Brewster, Ferdinand Wit, Oladimeji Akeem Bolarinwa, Aina Olufemi Odusola, et al.
BMC Public Health, 2011

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