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This paper investigates the influence of multiple sex partners and use of contraceptives on HIV/AIDS risk behaviour of the Nigerian police. The sample consisted of 996 officers and men of the Nigeria Police (609 married and 387 not married) randomly sampled from the population of Oyo State Police Command. One self-report instrument, subdivided into three sections, was administered to the participants. The study found that participants were vulnerable to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and HIV due to their unprotected sex and their carefree behavioural attitudes to the use of contraceptives. Gender difference was found to be significant, with men more vulnerable to STDs. Education was also found to be significant in explaining the contraceptive knowledge of the participants. Finally, the paper discusses the findings and offers some counselling implications for the Nigeria Police.

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multiple partners HIV/AIDS STDs promiscuity Nigerian police

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Influence of Multiple Partners and Use of Contraceptives on the Sexual Behaviour of Nigerian Police: Some Counselling Implications

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