<![CDATA[Cervical cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Nigeria, despite being largely preventable through early detection and treatment. This study assessed men’s misconceptions and factors influencing their support for spouses’ cervical cancer screening in a sub-urban area of Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional design was adopted. Data were collected using a structured interviewer-administered questionnaire from 312 men aged 20–69 years selected through multistage sampling across 12 wards of the Local Government Area. Findings revealed that 35.5% of respondents perceived cervical cancer as a curse associated with promiscuity, while 40.5% believed their spouses were not at risk and therefore did not require screening. However, 89.6% indicated that awareness creation would improve their support for screening, while 29.4% identified community-based screening services as important. Free or subsidized screening was also frequently suggested. The study concludes that men’s misconceptions remain barriers to screening uptake, while health education, accessible services, and cost reduction can significantly enhance spousal support for cervical cancer screening.]]>
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