Volume 34, Issue 2 (December)

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Research Article

Microbiological Quality of Some Yoghurt Sold in Uwelu-Community, Edo State, Nigeria

Osatohanmwen O^*, Olisaka N. F.

Yoghurt is a dairy product generally consumed around the globe due to its energy content and  health advantages.  An investigation on the microbiological quality of sixteen yoghurt samples from eight  different brands, four registered by NAFDAC and four unregistered were randomly obtained The pH and  microbiological parameters were evaluated using standard methods. The pH readings of the yoghurt  ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5212-5220

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Research Article

Monitoring of Metabolic Compounds from Degradation of Petrochemicals using Indigenous Consortium of Pseudomonas Strains

Ayogu, C.V^*, Ifeanyi, V.O., Obasi, N. P.

This study was performed to examine the potential of indigenous consortium of Pseudomonas  strains by assessing the metabolic compounds from degradation of petrochemical contaminated soil.  Native microorganisms were isolated using standard microbiological procedures and molecular  identification technique. The physiochemical analysis was conducted using standard laboratory procedure  of American ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5221-5238

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Research Article

Bioremediation of Crude Oil Contaminated Niger Delta Rainforest Soil: A Focus on Saccharum officinarum Rhizoremediation

Ubogu M.^*, Akponah E, Odokuma. L.O

Quite a minute number of plants have been investigated for rhizoremediation of crude oil  contaminated rainforest soils in the Niger Delta in relation to the overwhelmingly large number of plants.  S. officinarum, one of the world’s most propagated grasses was investigated by contaminating soils with  oil at 3480 and 7050 mg/kg respectively and subjecting it to the following treatments: soil + oil...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5239-5257

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Research Article

Determination of the Growth Rate and Susceptibility Pattern of Fungi Using Agro Waste Formulated Media

Okoye E. L.^*, Uba B. O., Ugwuoke C. J

Management of wastes especially agro wastes has been a major problem experienced in  developed and developing countries. There is a serious need to convert these agro-wastes into useful  forms. This study was undertaken to determine the growth rate and susceptibility pattern of fungi using  agro-waste formulated media. Sweet Potato and Watermelon peel wastes were used to formulate SPDA  and WDA me...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5258-5268

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Research Article

Seroprevalence of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen amongst Patients in Selected Hospitals in Kaduna Metropolis, Nigeria

Yaki, L. M^*, Idam S. B., Chock, J.J

Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection has been identified as one of the most common infectious  diseases of major health concern globally. The common method for detecting hepatitis B infection is to  detect the presence of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg).This research work was undertaken to  determine the seroprevalence and possible risk factors of hepatitis B surface antigen amongst patients in  ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5269-5278

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Research Article

In-vitro Antibacterial Effect of Honey against Selected Clinical Isolates from Wound of Patients Attending Dutse General Hospital, Jigawa State – Nigeria

Sani N.M^*, Abdulganiyu F, Mujahid N.S, Ado A, Okoroiwu I.A.G, Uchendu F.N

In an era of multidrug resistant bacteria, evaluation of more natural therapeutic options becomes  necessary. This study was conducted to determine the antibacterial activity of honey on some clinical  bacterial isolates from wound of patients attending Dutse General Hospital. Forty (40) wound swab  samples were collected and analyzed out of which 33 demonstrated the growth of organisms. These wer...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5279-5286

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Research Article

Isolation and Identification of Escherichia coli O157:H7 from Raw Salad Vegetables Sold in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

Bahira B. Y^*, Muhammad U-K, Baki A. S, Gambo S.

The presence of Escherichia coli O157:H7 in fresh salad vegetables was evaluated in this study.  One hundred and fifty (150) Salad vegetable samples (lettuce, cabbage and spring onion) were aseptically  collected from two different markets (Ramin Kura and Meat and vegetables market) in Sokoto metropolis.  Isolates from the samples were fully characterized by using standard methods. Antimicrobial s...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5287-5293

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Research Article

Molecular Characterization of Bacteria Associated with a Dumpsite Soil in University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Iyanyi, N. G.^*, Ataga, A. E., Soala, M., Jumbo, J.

This study identified the bacterial species associated with dumpsite soil using both cultural and molecular techniques. Soil samples were obtained from the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Bacteria associated with dumpsite soil were isolated using both Nutrient agar and serial dilution method. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) was extracted from pure cultures of bacterial isolates using Qui...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5294-5302

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Research Article

Pathogenicity of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Strains: Molecular and Genetic Perspectives: A Review

Tukur, A. M.^*, Dutsinma, U.A, Kawo, A. H.

Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a pathogenic bacterium of significant importance that causes most of the hospital and community acquired infections associated with S. aureus. Methicillin resistance in strains of S. aureus is due to possession of the mecA gene or mecC gene found on a mobile genetic element (SCCmec). The virulence of MRSA is multifactorial because of the com...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5303-5312

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Research Article

Isolation and Growth Trend of Selected Strains of Pseudomonas in Petrochemical Contaminated Soil

Ayogu, C.V^*, Ifeanyi, V. O., Obasi, N. P.

Some toxic chemicals from petroleum products constitute environmental pollutants which are considered threats to ecological system. This study was performed to monitor the survival growth of some selected indigenous Pseudomonas strains isolated from petrochemical contaminated soil. Standard microbiological procedures and 16S rRNA technique were employed during isolation and identification of t...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5313-5324

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Research Article

Prevalence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis in North Central Nigeria

Ajide, B.^*, Chuku, A., Lawson, L., Orole, K, Adogo, L.

Prevalence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis is on the increase in developing countries especially in Nigeria despite the availability of short course therapy that are inexpensive and effective. This study was carried out to determine the prevalence of M. tuberculosis in North central Nigeria. A total of 2800 sputum samples from suspected pulmonary TB patients attending secondary health care facili...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5325-5332

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Research Article

Incidence, Virulence Markers and Antifungal Susceptibility Profile of Candida Species among Contraceptive Users in Benue and Niger States, Nigeria

Adogo, L.^*, Aleruchi, C., Nfongeh, J.F.

Candida species are responsible for vulvovaginal candidiasis and resistance to antifungal drugs is a challenge. This study determined the incidence of vaginal candidiasis, antifungal susceptibility pattern and virulence markers of Candida species among contraceptive users. A total of 800 High Vaginal Swabs (HVS) were collected from women using contraceptive devices and inoculated onto Sabouraud...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5333-5342

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Research Article

Susceptibility Pattern of Bacteria Isolated from Postoperative Wounds of Hysterectomy Patients in Catholic Hospitals at Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria

Nwankwo I U^*, Edward K.C, Nwoba, C.N, Nwaka, S.O.

The study identified the bacterial isolates associated with the postoperative wound of women that underwent a hysterectomy and determined their susceptibility pattern to some antibiotics. Sixty (60) specimens of a postoperative wound from patients that underwent hysterectomy were aseptically collected and cultured using standard microbiological procedures. The isolates were identified using Gra...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5343-5350

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Research Article

Multiple Antibiotic Resistance among Escherichia coli Isolated from Selected Abattoirs in Northwestern Nigeria

Shiaka G.P^*, Yakubu S.E, Amin Mukhtar M, Whong, C.M.Z, Adeleye A.O, Dashen M.M.

Escherichia coli is one of the major contaminants in the abattoir because of its frequent  association with both living and cattle carcasses. It is used as indicator for both contamination and  prevalence of antibiotic resistance. Samples were collected from water, effluent and swabs of various  surfaces from selected abattoirs in northwestern Nigeria. They were analyzed using microbiological  tec...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5351-5359

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Research Article

Assessment of the Probiotic Potential of Lactobacillus species Isolated from Selected Brands of Yoghurt sold in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Hussaini, I.M.^*, Isah, A.,, Gide, S., Sherif, W., Anas, G.

Probiotics are non-pathogenic and non-toxigenic bacteria that serve as a natural barrier against pathogenic enteric bacteria. Yoghurt and other fermented dairy products are the most common source of probiotics.This study was carried out to assess the probiotic potential of Lactobacillus species isolated from different brands of yoghurt. Nine(9) yoghurt samples consisting of three (3) different ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5360-5367

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Research Article

Effect of Chemical Peeling on Microbiological Quality, Functional Characteristics and Yield of Some Fermented Cassava Products

Arisa, N. U.^*, Daramola, B. E.

Cassava roots peeling remains a serious global challenge due to their varying sizes and shapes. This results in over or under-peeling during mechanized and automated operations. This study was carried out to investigate the effect of chemical peeling on physiochemical, microbiological and functional characteristics of some cassava products. Yellow-fleshed cassava (IITA-TMS-IBA070593) was peeled...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5368-5374

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Research Article

Seroprevalence of Rubella Virus Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano State, Nigeria

Rabiu, M. Y^*, Mohammed, Y., Akande, A. O, Idris, A. M, Umar, A. A, Ibrahim, A.M, Amadu, M

Rubella is an acute infectious disease caused by rubella virus (RUBV). Rubella virus infection remains one of the major global public health problems, especially in developing countries causing 100 000 cases of congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) every year. However, data on this subject matter is scarce in the study area. This study was aimed at determining the seroprevalence of rubella virus am...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5375-5380

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Research Article

A Survey on Tuberculosis and HIV Co-Infection among Presumptive Tuberculosis Patients within Zuru Emirate Council, Kebbi State, Nigeria

Ibrahim, M. A^*, Riko Y. Y, Farida, A. T., Mujahid H., Ezekiel, B., Usman, A., Ahmad, M. A., Isah, M. G., Murtala, S.

Tuberculosis (TB) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are among the leading causes of death in Nigeria and Africa with HIV increasing the TB epidemic. This study aimed to determine the Prevalence of HIV among TB patients attending Martha Bamaiyi General Hospital (MBGH) Zuru Kebbi State, Nigeria. It was a cross-sectional study that involved 185 presumptive TB patients that attended MBGH Tube...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5380-5389

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Research Article

Microbial Assessment of Leafy and Salad Vegetables Sold in Five Different Markets in Lagos State, Nigeria

Opere, B. O.^*, Fashola, M. O., Adebiyi K.O., Abiala M. A.

Vegetables are essential protective food for good health and are also potential reservoir of microbial contaminants. Intake of raw vegetables contaminated with detrimental microorganisms may result in food poisoning. Thus this study assessed the microbial loads of leafy and salad vegetables from five different markets in Lagos State. Macerated samples of the vegetables were analyzed for microbi...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5401 - 5408

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Research Article

Occurrence of Integron Genes in Multiple Drug Resistant Strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in Benin City, Nigeria

Eremwanarue, A. O.^*, Shittu, H. O, Ogefere, H.O., Igiehon, E., Oijagbe, R. E.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an opportunistic pathogen with the ability to cause severe surgical wound infections and remains a problem. This microorganism commonly shows resistance to several antibiotics. Integron a mobile genetic elements are playing important functions in the wide spread of P. aeruginosa antibiotic resistance. This study is aimed at investigating the occurrence of class 1, 2 an...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5409 - 5418

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Research Article

Impact of Some Pretreatment Clinical Factors on Artemether - Lumefantrine Treatment Failure in Malaria Patients attending some Health Care Centres in Kano State, Nigeria

Aminu, B.M.^*, Mukhtar, M.D.

The efficacy of antimalarial drugs may be influenced by other factors independent of the parasite susceptibility to the drugs. This study aimed at evaluating the effect of some clinical factors on Arthemeter – Lumefantrine (AL) treatment failure in patients with uncomplicated malaria receiving care in selected community pharmaceutical shops and hospitals from Kano Municipal, Gwale, Tarauni and ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5419-5427

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Research Article

Production of Citric Acid by Local Strains of Aspergillus niger using Pineapple Peels as Substrate

Musa, B^*, Ado, A. S, Sidi, S.Y., Hussaini, I.M., Madika, A., Sulaiman, M.A., Charanchi, A.S.

This study was conducted to screen for citric acid production by local strains of Aspergillus niger isolated from soils of four locations within Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria namely: botanical garden, refuse dumpsite, flower bed and sheep pen sites. Proximate compositions of the pineapple peel were determined using standard procedures described by the Association of Official Analytic...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5428-543

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Research Article

Assessment of Cytological Features of Sputum Samples Obtained From Immunocompromised Patients Coinfected with Some Pulmonary Pathogens in Kano State, Nigeria

Shema, F.B^*, Bello, Z.M, Hamisu, A.Y, Ayuba, G.I.

Patients with advanced stages of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, or Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), are vulnerable to secondary opportunistic infections. The aim of the study was to assess the cytological features of sputum samples obtained from patients co-infected with pulmonary pathogens in Kano. Sputum samples were collected from HIV infected patients attending Ami...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5438-5445

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Research Article

Age-stratified Sero-prevalence and Risk factors of Human Papillomavirus (HPV): Implications for Vaccination in Nigeria

Ajayi, E.O.^*, Agbede, O.O., Odeigha, L.O.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a naked, double-stranded DNA virus that is often responsible for benign lesions of the skin and mucous membranes. Certain strains of HPV have also been implicated in the development of epithelial malignancies. In this study, we investigated age prevalence of IgG antibodies to human papillomavirus16 and 18 among patients of age 1-65 years attending Family Medicine ...

Dec, 2020 pp. 5446-5453