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Assessment of Microbial Contaminants in Flooded and Drinking Water Post-Alau Dam Collapse in Maiduguri, NigeriaAndy Anyalewachi Ukah, Baba Mohammed Yakubu, Amadi Agwu Ngwa, Oche Joseph Otorkpa, Bala Muhammad Tukur, Stephen Emmanuel, Ekundayo Babatunde Atamoje, Cordelia Oluchukwu, Saidu Mohammed Salka
November 11, 2026•DOI: 10.52589/IJPHP-RQOYFW•Volume 6 Issue 3•6 views
On 10 September 2024, the collapse of Alau Dam caused a catastrophic flash flood in Borno State, Nigeria, severely affecting Maiduguri Municipal Council (MMC) and Jere Local Government Area (LGA). The flood resulted in loss of life, injuries, and mass displacement, and raised concerns about waterborne disease from contaminated water sources. This study assessed the microbial quality of water samples collected from five flood-affected locations: Monday Market, Post Office, College of Nursing, Shehuri, and Buduri. Samples were analysed using standard microbiological methods to determine total bacterial count (TBC) and to isolate and identify selected bacterial contaminants. TBC was elevated at all sampling sites, with the highest count recorded at Monday Market (9.3 × 10⁶ CFU/mL). Escherichia coli, Shigella spp., Salmonella spp., Vibrio cholerae, and Klebsiella spp. were detected, and contamination levels varied among the five locations. The presence of these organisms, particularly the faecal indicator E. coli, suggests faecal contamination of the floodwater. These findings indicate a significant risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera, shigellosis, and salmonellosis in the affected communities. They highlight the need for systematic water-quality monitoring, confirmatory identification of priority pathogens, access to safe drinking water, improved sanitation and hygiene, and coordinated public health interventions following flooding.
Read moreAlau Dam CollapseDrinking Water QualityEscherichia ColiFlood-Related Public Health RisksFloodwater ContaminationMicrobial ContaminationWaterborne Pathogens
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Prevalence and Antibiotic Resistance of E. Coli in Urinary Tract Infections Among Pregnant Women in Nigeria.Christina Dunah Fashina, Joy Ifeoluwa Falade, Naphtali Okiki Simeon, Josephine Oluwabunmi Dare, Gabriel Yinmi Oladeji, Patience Ayomide Oyewale, Victor Oluwadamilola Akintomide
September 28, 2025•DOI: 10.52589/RJBLS-O7HXH5MI•Volume 5 Issue 1•974 views
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant health issue for pregnant women, primarily due to physiological and anatomical changes during pregnancy that increase susceptibility. This review investigates the prevalence and antibiotic resistance patterns of Escherichia coli (E. coli), the leading cause of UTIs in pregnant women in Nigeria. Uropathogenic E. coli (UPEC) has been identified as the primary pathogen, with studies indicating high prevalence rates across various regions of Nigeria. The rise in antibiotic-resistant UPEC strains poses a considerable challenge for treatment, often leading to complications. Contributing factors include poor socioeconomic conditions, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, and the misuse of antibiotics, which exacerbate the situation. The review evaluates various diagnostic methods, including urine culture, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization-Time of Flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometry, emphasizing the necessity for accurate and timely detection to effectively manage UTIs. The impact of UTIs during pregnancy is significant, potentially resulting in preterm birth, low birth weight, and maternal morbidity if untreated. The importance of routine screening, antibiotic stewardship, and enhanced surveillance is highlighted as essential strategies to mitigate these adverse outcomes and improve maternal and neonatal health. Public health interventions are urgently needed to enhance diagnostic infrastructure, implement effective antibiotic stewardship programs, and strengthen surveillance of antibiotic resistance patterns. Additionally, educating healthcare providers and patients on the prudent use of antibiotics and the importance of early detection and treatment of UTIs is crucial. Addressing these challenges requires a multifaceted approach involving improved healthcare practices, policies, and continuous research, aiming to enhance health outcomes for both mothers and infants in Nigeria.
Read moreUrinary Tract Infections (UTIs)Pregnant WomenEscherichia coli (E. coli)Antibiotic ResistanceMultidrug-Resistant (MDR) StrainsNigeria.
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Prevalence of Coliforms and Their Multidrug-Resistant Strains in Soil Amended with Poultry Manure and in the Leaves of Fluted Pumpkin during Harvest and in Markets.Osula O. Afiangbe, Imade O. Stanley, Okwu U. Maureen
April 2, 2025•DOI: 10.52589/AJENSR-YHDPSYTB•Volume 8 Issue 1•848 views
The increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria on food and vegetables has raised growing global concerns regarding food safety, particularly because the consumption of vegetables represents a direct exposure pathway for humans to soil bacteria. This research aimed to evaluate how poultry manured-soil and fluted pumpkins serve as vectors and reservoirs for coliforms and their multidrug-resistant strains. The study was conducted during the 2024 growing season at two fluted pumpkin farms and two markets in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Coliforms were isolated using the spread plate technique. The isolates were identified using standard phenotypic methods and 16S rRNA gene sequencing. The Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method was employed to assess the susceptibility of the isolates to antibiotics from seven distinct classes. Isolates exhibiting resistance to antibiotics from at least three antibiotic classes were classified as multidrug-resistant. Klebsiella. pneumoniae, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, and Enterobacter cloacae were detected in all analyzed samples of fluted pumpkin leaves and soil, while Citrobacter freundii was exclusively found in market samples. Coliforms showed strong resistance to amoxicillin and cefotaxime, and moderate resistance to other antibiotics. Multidrug-resistant coliforms were identified in both soils and leaves, with highest multiple antibiotics resistance (MAR) indices in farm soils. The lowest MAR indices were in fluted pumpkin leaves from New-Benin and Oba Markets. The research concluded on the importance of continuous monitoring of antibiotic resistance patterns in coliforms and their multidrug-resistant strains to ensure food safety, while recommending appropriate decontamination of fluted pumpkins or other agricultural produce before consumption.
Read moreFluted pumpkinColiformsMultidrug-resistantKlebsiellaEscherichia.
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