Bacterial Load Assessment of Potash Solution (NGOR) and its Practices in some Parts of Eastern Nigeria
Publication Date: 23/02/2024
Author(s): Osuoha Chinyere Beatrice, Helen Ifeoma Udujih, Treasure Njideka Njoku-Obi, Igiri Vivian Chika, David Chinaecherem Innocent.
Volume/Issue: Volume 7 , Issue 1 (2024)
Abstract:
Bacterial load of potash solution and its practices were assessed in some parts of eastern Nigeria to determine the presence of bacteria contaminants and their counts, as well as investigate the sourcing of water and materials during production. Standard methods were used, which include microscopy, culture and biochemical identification. The bacteria isolates encountered were Escherichia coli 06 (18.75%), Staphylococcus aureus 09 (28.13%), Bacillus subtilis 04 (12.5%), Klebsiella species 08 (25%), and Proteus mirabilis 05 (15.63%). The total mean colony forming units (TCFU) counted ranged from 1.75x104 and 8.90x103 which were above the WHO standard for potable water.
Keywords:
Bacterial load, Potash solution, Ngor (potash type), Eastern Nigeria, Assessment, Practices.
