Abstract Global interest has been in water, sanitation and hygiene practice due to its vital role in public health and environmental protection. This study evaluated the gaps in Water Quality, Sanitation and Health in Evbuotubu Community, Edo state, Nigeria. Physicochemical and bacteriological qualities of water samples were analyzed adopting standard analytical procedures and pour plate […]
EVALUATING FISH DIVERSITY AND DISTRIBUTION PATTERNS ACROSS SEASONS IN THE LOWER RIVER BENUE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study assessed the diversity and abundance of fish species in the River Benue over an 18-month period (January 2020 to June 2021), spanning dry and wet seasons. Fish sampling was conducted monthly at three sites: Lau (Site A), Mayo-Ranewo (Site B), and Ibi (Site C), using gillnets of varying mesh sizes (60, 70, […]
ISOLATION, SCREENING AND BIOCHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION OF PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA FROM THE RHIZOSPHERE SOIL IN THE OKO, OGBA ZOO AREA OF BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study presents insights into the screening, morphological and biochemical properties of some phosphate solubilizing microorganisms, which are organisms that can solubilize these fixed forms of phosphorus and make it available to plants. A total of 27 Phosphate Solubilizing Microbial colonies were isolated on Pikovskaya agar medium, containing insoluble tricalcium phosphate (TCP) from agricultural […]
CHARACTERIZATION AND MICROBIAL EXTRACTION OF ZINC FROM A ZINC-RICH MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE USING Aspergillus niger: A SUSTAINABLE APPROACH
Abstract This study explores the potential of using Aspergillus niger for the sustainable bioleaching of zinc from municipal solid waste (MSW), offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional extraction methods, which are often capital- and energy-intensive as well as environmentally hazardous. The physiochemical characterization of MSW was performed, with XRD analysis revealing the presence of quartz, […]
EVALUATION OF SOIL MOISTURE PATTERNS AND GROWTH PARAMETERS OF LETTUCE (Lactuca sativa L.) USING SELECTED ORGANIC PLANTING MEDIA UNDER DRIP IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
Abstract This study investigated the suitability of three organic planting media (sawdust, rice husk, and loamy soil) for growing lettuce (Lactuca sativa L.) in an open environment in Kaduna North Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. A randomized complete block design with three treatments (media types) replicated five times was employed. The pH values of […]
CONTAMINATION / POLLUTION ASSESSMENT OF SOIL AROUND TANK FARMS IN OGHAREKI – OGHARA COMMUNITY IN ETHIOPE WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study covers the determination of inorganic contaminants which include lead (Pb), nickel (Ni), iron (Fe), copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn) in soil around tank farms in Oghareki community, Delta State. The soil samples were collected for a period of twelve months (April 2022 – March 2023) at distances of 100 meters to 1 […]
EFFECT OF COOPERATIVE ON THE INCOME OF SMALL HOLDING POULTRY FARMERS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract The study investigated the effect of cooperative on the income of smallholding poultry farmers in Ogun State, Nigeria. Poultry farmers typically produce to satisfy household food needs or make profit from selling farm produce. Descriptive analysis was used to describe the socio-economic characteristics of the poultry farmers. A two-stage random sampling technique was used […]
PROTOZOAN PARASITES AND BACTERIAL CONTAMINATION OF SELECTED PUBLIC RESTROOMS IN MARKETS, MOTOR PARKS AND STUDENTS’ HOSTELS IN BENIN CITY, NIGERIA AND THE ASSOCIATED PUBLIC HEALTH RISKS
Abstract A study on the protozoan parasites and bacterial contamination of surfaces in selected public restrooms in markets, motor parks and students’ hostels in Benin City, southern Nigeria. Out of the 200 swab samples from all the restroom surfaces examined, 15(7.5%) and 176 (88%) were positive for protozoan parasites and bacterial contamination, respectively. There was […]
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF AN ELECTRICALLY POWERED TOMATO SLICING MACHINE
Abstract This study shows a Proto-Type Construction of an Electrically Powered Tomato Slicing Machine (Design of the Proto-Type). The feeding unit of the tomato slicer was made from a pyramid shaped plates in which tomatoes to be sliced dropped by gravity and slight agitation of the machine into the slicing unit. The feeding unit has […]
ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACT OF LOCAL CRUDE OIL REFINERIES ON SOIL QUALITY IN SELECTED ISLAND COMMUNITIES IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract In the last few years, there has been an ongoing effort to combat illegal oil bunkering, including the dismantling of artisanal refining activities in the Niger Delta. This study assessed the level of heavy metals and hydrocarbons concentration in former artisanal sites. Surface soil sample were collected in triplicates from nine island communities along […]