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Path Analysis of Utilisation and Perceived Effectiveness of Primary Health Care Services: Implications for Rural Development Policies in Ogun State, Nigeria

Abstract Primary health care (PHC) remains central to human capital development and productivity, particularly in rural regions where agriculture is the dominant livelihood. Effective and accessible PHC services contribute directly to agricultural and rural development by reducing morbidity, enhancing labour efficiency, and sustaining household wellbeing. This study aims to assess how accessibility, affordability and attitudes influence PHC utilisation, and hence their perceived effectiveness in Ogun State, Nigeria. We collect cross-sectional data from 120 randomly sampled users of PHC centres…