Southeast Nigeria Research Articles

Women and Reproductive Health Challenges in Igboland: A Historical Study

The objective of the work is women and reproductive health challenges in south east, Nigeria. The research also treats the nature of reproductive health challenges in Igboland before and after 1970, and the official reaction to reproductive health challenges in contemporary Igboland. The research method employed was the qualitative analytical method which involved content analysis of relevant documentary data on the subject. The approach adopted was also thematic. The research findings indicate that reproductive health challenges in Igboland before and after 1970 can be classified into five, namely: genetic reproductive health challenge, witchcraft and curses, labor and accident, harmful socio-cultural practices, as well as infectious and communicable disease. The government response to reproductive health challenges includes the different frameworks for the protection of the reproductive health rights of women. These include the domestic instruments as well as the international instruments ratified by the government. The study observed that a number of factors inhibit the provision and availability of reproductive health rights in south east Nigeria, and it includes the social and economic factors as well as cultural and religious factors. It also argues that in spite of these challenges, some successes have been recorded as a result of the official responses to reproductive health challenges in Igboland. These include the elimination of child marriages, reduction in the violence against women and reduction of the harmful cultural practices, such as female genital mutilation (known as women circumcision) and polygamy.

ASSESSMENT OF THE OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE OF FARMERS' COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES IN SOUTH EAST NIGERIA

To uncover the constraints and entry points for improving the operational performance of farmers' cooperative societies in southeast Nigeria forms the motivation for this study. Farmers' cooperatives have enormous potential to support economic growth at the rural and regional levels, building on the spirit of teamwork that is already common among the rural people. A decent number of qualities differentiate cooperative associations from other different entities. These comprise open and voluntary enrollment. Cooperative social orders are available to all citizenry with common interests. This study analyzed responses from two hundred and forty respondents selected through a multi-stage sampling procedure. Frequency, mean, Likert scale and ordered logit regression model were used for the analysis. The perception of members of farmers' cooperative societies on their operational performance showed that the cooperatives in the area performed well in terms of members' access to training, participation during decision-making, voting during elections, and leaders' emergence through the democratic process. The ordered logit regression result of the socioeconomic factors to the operational performance of the farmers' cooperatives showed that membership strength, Age of the cooperatives, access to free input, access to training, and access to infrastructural facilities were statistically significant and positively related to farmers' cooperatives level of operational performance. Thus, the study recommends that Cooperative societies supply their members' goods and services for improved income and savings investment, improved productivity, and bargaining power through maximum utilization of economies of scale and cost and risk sharing.

Palliative Social Work Services for Cancer Patients in Southeast Nigeria: An Exploration

Palliative social work services are essential for addressing the complex psychosocial needs of cancer patients, particularly in resource-constrained areas like Southeast Nigeria. Despite the recognition of social work in palliative care for cancer patients, effective delivery faces significant challenges impacting both social service delivery and patient outcomes. This study investigates the provision of palliative social work services for cancer patients using in-depth interviews with 18 participants (six social workers and twelve cancer patients) from two hospitals in Southeast Nigeria. Participants were purposefully sampled based on their roles in providing or receiving palliative care support. Thematic analysis of the data revealed that social work palliative services encompass psychosocial support, spiritual guidance, and educational resources. However, social workers encounter barriers such as emotional stress, burnout, communication gaps, financial constraints, and socio-cultural factors. The study suggests that regular debriefing sessions and educational programs could improve palliative care delivery. Policy advocacy is recommended to recognize and support the pivotal role of palliative social workers in cancer care. Future research should explore innovative strategies using quantitative methods to overcome barriers and enhance palliative social work effectiveness across diverse cultural and healthcare contexts, ultimately improving social service delivery to cancer patients and advancing social service research.

A Qualitative Analysis of the Association of Treatment Outcomes, Psychosocial Factors, and Multimorbidity in Severe Hypertensive Patients Attending Health Institutions in Southeast Nigeria

Severe hypertension is associated with a two-fold increase in relative risk of death. Interventions to date fail to achieve sustained improvement in blood pressure, particularly in regional areas of high social disparity. Growing evidence points to multiple psychological, social and morbidity factors as contributors to the onset of and trajectory of hypertension. This study aims to examine the association of psychosocial factors and multimorbidity with response to treatment and treatment outcomes in the management of severe hypertensive patients providing updated knowledge and recommendations to improve their quality of care. We employed a hospital based comparative cross-sectional study using a quantitative and qualitative approach. Semi-structured questionnaires were used to collect information from 733 severe hypertensive patients attending cardiology clinics in two tertiary health institutions in southeastern Nigeria. Data collected was transcribed, coded, and analysed with IBM SPSS version 23 software with appropriate descriptive tools used in presenting findings. We observed a significant association between age of the respondents and their response to treatment. Overweight/obese respondents were 1.5times less likely to respond to treatment. These findings add to existing knowledge provoking thoughtful discussions among relevant public health actors and stakeholders to update management policies for severe hypertension.

Contributory Pension Scheme and Performance of Employee of Unity Schools in South East Nigeria (2005-2019)

This paper critically examines the implementation of the contributory pension scheme in Unity Schools in the south east of Nigeria. The specific objectives were: to determine the extent of implementation of the contributory pension scheme; how it has helped in motivating staff and the challenges confronting the implementation of the scheme in Unity Schools in the South East. Population of the study was 1,091 based on the nominal rolls of the five schools in Enugu and Anambra States. The Sample Size of 293 was determined using the Taro Yamane’s statistical formula of 1964. Three hypotheses were formulated and tested using t-test statistics. Findings of the study revealed that: Contributory Pension Scheme has been fully implemented in Unity Schools; Contributory Pension Scheme has no significant effect on the motivation of workers for efficiency in the discharge of their duties and that Federal Government inconsistency in prompt remittance of its share of the contributions and it’s borrowing from the fund for infrastructural development among others constitute challenges to the implementation of the scheme. Based on the findings, the study recommended that: the Pension Reform Act be further amended to include the payment of gratuity; increase employers contributions from ten percent (10%) to fifteen percent (l5%), and the removal of the 16years limit on pension. The Contributory Pension Scheme is a welcome idea which when properly implemented will eradicate the pensioners’ harsh lives thereby making their dream a reality.

Interrogating Insurgence in the South-East Nigeria: A Political Brouhaha or a Political Solution?

Interrogating Insurgence in the South-East Nigeria: A Political Brouhaha or a Political Solution?

Ocular disorders in a tertiary Hospital in South East Nigeria

The object of this study was to determine the pattern of ocular disease patients that presented to the Enugu State University of Science and Technology Teaching Hospital, Park Lane, Enugu, Nigeria. A retrospective study was conducted, where the medical case notes of patients who had ocular examinations, other clinical examinations, and investigations from April 2022 through December 2022 were retrieved. There were a total of 1145 patients, with a male population of 476 (41.6%), while females were 669 (58.4%). The mean age of the study population was 40.8 years, with a Standard Deviation (SD) of 22.4. A total of 924 (80.7%) participants were adults while children (aged 16 years and below) were 221 in number and constituted 19.3% of the study population. The most common eye disease was refractive error, which occurred in 266 (23.2%) of the participants; it was followed by allergic eye diseases, 201 (17.6%), cataract, 170 (14.9%), glaucoma, 111 (9.7%), and trauma to the eye, 94 (8.2%). Among the children, the most common eye disease seen were allergic eye diseases, 78 (35.3%), followed by refractive error, 70 (31.7%), trauma, 21 (9.5%), cataract, 11 (5.0%), while infections of the eye were 10 (4.5%). The most common eye disease among the adult participants was refractive error, 196 (21.1%), and then cataract, 159 (17.2%), allergic eye diseases, 123 (13.3%), glaucoma, 105 (11.4%), and retinal pathologies, 82 (8.9%). The most common causes of eye diseases in this study were refractive error, allergic eye diseases, cataracts, glaucoma, and trauma. Health education at community and primary health care level could help to reduce the number of people with avoidable causes of visual impairment.

Psychosocial Variables That Enhance Marital Stability Among Couples in Southeast Nigeria

The rising divorce rates in Nigerian society stress the need to prioritize marital stability. This study seeks to contribute to mitigating this issue by investigating key psychosocial factors that promote marital stability. Specifically, the study explores the psychosocial variables that enhance marital stability among couples in Nsukka Local Government Area (LGA) of Enugu State. Data were sourced from 24 married couples through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs). Purposive sampling was employed, and data generated for the study were meticulously translated, transcribed and analyzed thematically. The findings revealed the pivotal role of love, effective communication and cultural factors in sustaining marital stability. To enhance marital stability, the study recommends the need for social service providers such as social workers and guidance/family counselors to provide adequate counseling to married couples. The goal of promoting resilience, strengthening relationships, and supporting the well-being of married couples and their families in diverse cultural contexts underscores the importance of social service research in addressing complex social issues and improving outcomes for individuals and communities. Future research should expand to include larger and more diverse populations and assess the longitudinal effects of social service programs on marital stability in Southeast Nigeria.

God of iron and iron working in parts of Ǹsúkkā cultural area in Southeast Nigeria

This study is aimed at evaluating the influence of the god of iron on ironworking communities in Ǹsúkkā cultural area. In the study area, the Supreme God – Chúkwú Òkìkè, Chínēkè or Chúkwú Ábíàmà is believed to control the affairs of humanity. He is worshipped through intermediaries such as Ányánwù [Sun God], Àmádíòhà, Áhàjīōkù [fertility goddess], Àlà [earth goddess] and the god of iron, which is called by different names in the study area such as Ékwéñsū-Úzù, Òkóró-Údùmè, Chíkèrè Àgùrù and Áshéné. But, how effective is the god of iron in the study area? To provide answers to this question, ethnographic research method, involving in-depth structured interviews, field observation and photographic documentations, was used to gather data on the subject matter while data collected were analysed descriptively. This article is of the view that the influence of the god of iron in the study area is whittling down as a result of Westernisation and Christianity.Contribution: The study indicates an increasing resistance to the Euro-centrism, which has suppressed beliefs in the god of iron and the associated practices.

Childhood Wilm’s tumour in Aba, South East Nigeria

Background: Wilm’s tumour is still a problem to paediatric oncologist in developing countries due to poverty, late presentation, high cost of chemotherapeutic drugs, ignorance and religious beliefs. Objective: To review the clinical presentation, management and outcome of Wilm’s tumour in Aba, South East Nigeria. Methods: The Demography, clinical presentation, investigation results, operative findings and outcome of patients less than 15 years old managed for Wilm’s tumour at the paediatric surgery unit of the Abia State University Aba, South East Nigeria from 2010 to 2020 were retrospectively reviewed. Results: There were 30 children (M: F 2 :1) with histological confirmed nephroblastoma over the 10 year period. Their median age was 5. Age range 4-15years. Palpable abdominal mass was the main presentation in all the patients. Treatment consisted of nephro-ureterectomy followed by adjuvant chemotherapy with Vincristine, Cyclophosphamide and Actinomycin D. Adriamycin was added for metastatic disease and anaplasia. Fifteen of the patients had stage III disease, 10 had stage II disease and 5 had stage IV disease. Stage I disease was not encountered. Five patients had inoperable tumour requiring preoperative chemotherapy. Five patients died from the complication of chemotherapy treatment. Seven relapsed with poor outcome, with a mean follow up of 20 months, 20months survival rate is 40%. Conclusion: There is high rate of morbidity and mortality from nephroblastoma in our environment due to late presentation, poverty, ignorance and poor compliance to treatment. The outcome will be improved through health enlightenment and healthcare funding.

Determination of serum level of vitamin E and magnesium in women with polycystic ovary syndrome in Nnewi south east Nigeria

Determination of serum level of vitamin E and magnesium in women with polycystic ovary syndrome in Nnewi south east Nigeria

Management of Change and Employee Performance of Nigerian Breweries Plc. Enugu, South - East, Nigeria

The rapid transformations precipitated by technological, economic, political, and societal advancements define the business environment of the twenty-first century. The objective of this research was to examine the correlation between change management and employee performance at Nigerian Breweries Plc. in the South-East region. A sample of 262 employees of Nigerian Breweries Plc. was selected using Taro Yamane’s technique from a population of 2,685. To address the research inquiries and evaluate the hypotheses, the data were subjected to analysis utilizing the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient and the Coefficient of Determination with a significance level of 0.05 alpha. A robust positive correlation was observed between advancements in technology, leadership, and communication and employee performance at Nigerian Breweries Plc. in South-East Nigeria. According to the findings, a considerable positive correlation exists between employee performance and technical development at Nigerian Breweries Plc in South-East Nigeria. The recommendations were that the change orientation of the organization ought to inspire personnel to proactively engage, make valuable contributions, and improve overall performance.

Ankle arthrodesis in Awka, Nigeria: Indications and treatment with unlocked retrograde intramedullary nailing and other methods

introduction: Ankle arthrodesis is a key treatment for severe osteoarthritis, often preceding ankle arthroplasty. Nonsurgical options include lifestyle adjustments and NSAIDs, while surgical options range from debridement to arthrodesis. In Nigeria, ankle arthroplasty availability is limited, making arthrodesis the primary solution. Various techniques exist, with open and arthroscopic approaches yielding successful outcomes but varying in complexity and recovery. This study investigates the prevalence, treatment methods, and outcomes of ankle arthrodesis in Awka, Southeast Nigeria. Methodology: The study, conducted in an Orthopaedic Hospital in Awka, Southeast Nigeria, was a prospective cohort study spanning five years (2017-2022). It included 33 patients with various ankle pathologies screened for suitability of ORIF or arthrodesis. Surgeries were conducted under aseptic conditions, utilizing unlocked retrograde intramedullary nails, a dynamic compression plate, and an external fixator. Patients maintained non-weight bearing until radiological union, with implants removed based on individual patient preference and informed consent. Results: Thirty-three patients requiring ankle surgery, with a mean age of 41.44 years were seen between 2017 and 2021. The causes of ankle pathologies included road accidents being the predominant cause (45.5%). The treatment methods were ORIF with intramedullary nails, dynamic compression plates and screws, and an external fixator. ORIF with intramedullary nails was the most common (57.6%). There were 8 subjects who needed ankle arthrodesis, with a mean age of 54.0 years. The prevalence rate was found to be 24.2%. The failure rate was 12.5%. Conclusion: Ankle arthrodesis proves pivotal for severe osteoarthritis, especially in regions with limited ankle arthroplasty access like Nigeria. The prevalence of arthrodesis is 24.5%. Intramedullary nails are very effective in achieving union. Compression plates and external fixators show good results. The failure rate of fixations was 12.5%.

The use of triple antibiotic prophylaxis during total knee replacement surgeries in Awka, Nigeria

Introduction: Total knee arthroplasty periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) poses a significant challenge in orthopaedic surgery, often resulting in early failure and associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Various treatment strategies exist, including debridement, antibiotic therapy, and prosthesis retention, with preventive measures such as antibiotic-impregnated cement and prophylactic antibiotics administration recommended by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Methodology: This prospective cohort study was conducted in an orthopaedic hospital in Awka, Southeast Nigeria, spanning seven years (2014-2021). A total of 134 patients who underwent primary and revision knee arthroplasty were included. The hospital's antibiotic prophylaxis protocol for implant surgeries, including arthroplasties, involved a triple combination of ceftriaxone, ciprofloxacin, and metronidazole administered pre-, intra-, and postoperatively for a minimum of 7 days. Results: The study population had a mean age of 63.6 years, predominantly female (77.7%), and of Christian faith (100%). Most participants were of Igbo ethnicity (99.3%), married (90.7%), and engaged in business (37.7%). Severe osteoarthritis was the primary diagnosis in 97.0% of cases, while rheumatoid arthritis accounted for 3.0%. The triple antibiotic prophylaxis regimen resulted in only one case of superficial infection, with no instances of deep infection recorded. Conclusion: Triple antibiotics prophylaxis, comprising ceftriaxone, ciprofloxacin, and metronidazole, demonstrated effectiveness in preventing infections associated with total knee arthroplasty. This regimen maintained surgical site infection prevalence within acceptable limits for clean surgeries, without observable antibiotic resistance in the study population.

Policy, Incentives, and Partnership are Keys to Sustaining Food Security, Land Management, Waste Management, and Agrarian Reform

Informed by cases from Southeast Asia (including Indonesia), Pakistan, and Nigeria, this April 2024 Issue puts together an argument that policy, incentives, and partnership are keys to sustaining food security, waste management, land management, and agrarian reform. The political decision to build a new Indonesian Capital in East Kalimantan could mean a positive for boosting local development. However, environmental and potential population pressures can compromise local social environmental settings that challenge the local food system. The article from Cahyono and Tokuda - offers insights into the role of sociodemographic factors as predictors of food security in East Kalimantan, Indonesia. This Issue also covers research on sustainable waste management from Indonesia (Al Muqsit et al. deal with waste management from the views of visitors of a heritage tourism Area in Semarang using a survey) and Nigeria (Ogunseye et al. on how households leverage waste recycling for a green economy based on qualitative studies). The case from Nigeria advocates for policy that promotes equity, incentives, and partnership. Using the PRISMA framework, Gafuraningtyas et al. examine the literature on agrarian reform from Southeast Asia. The authors compared different approaches, including constraints and opportunities in agrarian reform in countries such as Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Timor Leste, and Vietnam. This Issue also offers policy insights into (1) how macroeconomic conditions shape local decentralization and its implication on fiscal capacity in Jambi, Indonesia (Zevaya et al.); (2) how soil organic carbon shapes agriculture, food security, and Health in the context of Pakistan (Amanullah and Khan); And (3) How to know if land management is responsible: Evaluating the 8R framework of responsible land management (de Vries).

Analysis of craniofacial indices of dry crania in Southeast and Southsouth Nigeria

Objective: To determine the cranial index, upper facial index and frontal index of dry human crania in Nigeria. Methods: A total of 150 dry adult male crania were studied in two geopolitical zones (Southeast and Southsouth) in Nigeria. Measurements were taken with spreading caliper and Vernier caliper. The following variables were measured: Maximum cranial length (MCL, g-op), Maximum cranial breadth (MCB, eu-eu), Minimum frontal breadth (MFB, ft–ft), Upper facial height (UFH, n-pr) and Bizygomatic breadth (BZB, zy-zy). From these variables, cranial index (CI), frontal index (FI) and upper facial index (UFI) were calculated. Data analysis was done with the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS version 25). Result: In the Southeast group, the values of MCL, MCB, BZB, UFH and MFB (in mm) were 181.4 (±10.3), 135.3 (±6.7), 135.3 (±6.0), 68.0 (±4.1) and 97.9 (±7.4) respectively. In the Southsouth group, the values of MCL, MCB, BZB, UFH and MFB (in mm) were 180.0 (±7.8), 133.9 (±6.7), 135.0 (±7.2), 67.5 (±6.6), and 98.1 (±4.9) respectively. There was no significant difference in these means between the Southeast and Southsouth groups. In the Southeast group, the mean values of CI, FI and UFI (in %) were 75.1 (±5.9), 72.7 (±5.9), and 50.5 (±3.4) respectively. In the Southsouth group the mean values of CI, FI and UFI (in %) were 74.5 (±4.0), 73.3 (±3.6) and 50.0 (±4.4) respectively. There was no significant difference in the means of the cranial indices among the two groups. Conclusion: The crania in the southern part of Nigeria are dolichocephalic, eurymetopia and mesene type.

Distribution of nose types among Igbos of South-East Nigeria

Background: The nose is an important aesthetic unit that is essential in defining the facial appearance of an individual and also helps in identifying a tribe or race. Understanding the distribution of nose types within the Igbo population is crucial for elucidating patterns of human diversity, population genetics, and evolutionary anthropology. The aims of this study were to determine some nasal parameters of Igbo adults, analyze the distribution of the types, check sexual dimorphism, and to correlate the parameters with age, height, weight and body mass index (BMI) respectively Materials and Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional study of 312 Igbos in Enugu of Southeastern Nigeria using cluster sampling. The nasal dimensions were measured with digital Vernier’s calipers and the nasal indices were calculated. Weight and height were also measured and BMI calculated. All data were collated and analyzed. Results: The mean age was 37.05 (±15.83). The age range was 20 to 69 years and they were grouped into 20 – 29 years group, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50 – 59 and 60 – 69 years groups. The range nasal height was 37.24 - 57.63mm for males, while range for females was 32.43 - 52.97mm. The range for nasal width was 37.04 - 51.29mm for males and 32.93 - 48.52mm for females. The mean nasal widths of males were significantly wider than those of females in all age groups respectively (p < 0.01). The mean nasal indices for males and females were 91.91 (platyrrhine) and 86.26 (platyrrhine) respectively. Majority of the sample population had platyrrhine nose (67%) while 32% of them had mesorrhine nose and only 1% of them had leptorrhine nose. There was a significant positive correlation between height of nose and width of nose of adult Igbos with their age, height and weight (p value <0.01) and a significant negative correlation with body mass index (p <0.01). Conclusion: This study provides valuable insights into the distribution of nose types among the Igbo people of South-East Nigeria. We have characterized the prevalence of different nose types and explored potential associations with demographic and anthropometric factors. The major nose type of Igbos is platyrrhine, while the minor one is mesorrhine. Knowledge of nasal parameters are applied in forensic studies; and in surgeries involving the nose, and this ensures that individuals do not lose their identities even after extensive nasal surgeries.

The Effect of Backyard Agriculture on Household Income in the COVID-19 Era in Southeast Nigeria

Poverty is a major menace in Nigeria, and the onset of COVID-19 complicated the issue by limiting people's economic activities and livelihoods. Thus, there is a need for households to engage in sustainable economic activities to cope with economic shocks. Backyard agriculture could play a critical role in enhancing household income, especially during economic shocks; yet there exists a dearth of empirical information on this. Hence the need for this study, which investigated the effect of backyard agriculture on household income in southeast Nigeria. The study employed a multistage sampling procedure to get to the respondents. The data collected from randomly selected 480 households were analysed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, and multiple regression. The study revealed that households that engaged in backyard agriculture had a higher income (N130,125=USD 204.84) than households that did not engage in backyard agriculture (N64,700=USD 101.85). Thus, there is a difference of N65,425 (USD 102.99) between the average income of households that engaged in backyard agriculture and households that did not engage in backyard agriculture. The t-test results indicate that the difference between their income was significant at 1%. The regression result further shows that backyard agriculture significantly increased the income level of households. Thus, backyard agriculture is a crucial tool to enhance household economic status and livelihood during health and economic shocks. Based on these, this study recommends the promotion of backyard agriculture among households to boost household income by the government through agricultural extension agents.

Detection and Classification of High Impedance Fault in Nigerian 330 kV Transmission Network using ANN: A Case Study of the Southeast Transmission Network

High Impedance Fault (HIF) occurs when an energized conductor comes in direct or indirect contact with a quasi-insulator. If not detected and eradicated, it would lead to fire outbreak, pose a risk to human lives, and negate the existing environmental friendliness. The transmission lines data of the 330 kV, south east Nigeria network were obtained and modeled in SIMULINK for the detection and classification of the HIF. The transmission lines modeled were from Afam GS (Generating Station) to Alaoji GS, Alaoji GS to Owerri GS, Alaoji GS to Onitsha TS (Transmission Station), and from Onitsha TS to New Heaven TS. The HIF was situated on the 25 km transmission line connecting Afam GS to Alaji GS which was the central part of the Network. The current signal for each of the HIF classes at each location was used as the input data to the Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model with the HIF classification code used as the ANN target. On inserting the developed ANN in the transmission network and testing its performance, it was observed that the maximum HIF classification deviation occurred on the transmission line connecting Alaoji and Onitsha (two phase HIF) at 0.003 (0.15%). This proved that ANN model is capable and suitable in HIF detection and classification on transmission line network in South East.

Willingness to accept malaria vaccines amongst women presenting at outpatient and immunization clinics in Enugu state, Southeast Nigeria

BackgroundThere are giant steps taken in the introduction of the novel malaria vaccine poised towards reducing mortality and morbidity associated with malaria.ObjectivesThis study aimed to determine the knowledge of malaria vaccine and factors militating against willingness to accept the vaccine among mothers presenting in nine hospitals in Enugu metropolis.MethodsThis was a cross-sectional study carried out among 491 mothers who presented with their children in nine hospitals in Enugu metropolis, South-East Nigeria. A pre-tested and interviewer-administered questionnaire was used in this study.ResultsA majority of the respondents, 72.1% were aware of malaria vaccine. A majority of the respondents, 83.1% were willing to receive malaria vaccine. Similarly, a majority of the mothers, 92.9%, were willing to vaccinate baby with the malaria vaccine, while 81.1% were willing to vaccinate self and baby with the malaria vaccine. The subjects who belong to the low socio-economic class were five times less likely to vaccinate self and baby with malaria vaccine when compared with those who were in the high socio-economic class (AOR = 0.2, 95% CI 0.1–0.5). Mothers who had good knowledge of malaria vaccination were 3.3 times more likely to vaccinate self and baby with malaria vaccine when compared with those who had poor knowledge of malaria vaccination (AOR = 3.3, 95% CI 1–6–6.8).ConclusionAlthough the study documented a high vaccine acceptance among the mothers, there exists a poor knowledge of the malaria vaccine among them.