The neonatal mortality rate and the causes of death in this study are similar to those documented by other studies in Nigeria and are largely preventable. Strengthening perinatal care, emergency obstetric services, and enhancement of neonatal resuscitation skills to traditional birth attendants (TBAs) and other community health workers are necessary to reduce the neonatal mortality in our setting and other rural settings across developing countries.

associated with knowledge and acceptance of immunization. These findings are important in the design and implementation of childhood immunization programmes.

This study provides current normative BP values that can be used in neonatal Intensive Care Unit.