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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2025.16xmaj0f

Comparative In Vitro Antifungal Activities of Zingiber officinale, Justicia carnea, Hibiscus sabdariffa Nanosynthesized Extracts against Uropathogenic Candida albicans

Oladunmoye M. K^*, Idu M., Amoo I. A, Babayemi Oladejo, Bodunrinde R. E, Akinterinwa E. T.

Abstract: Urogenital infections caused by Candida species (candiduria) are a growing public health concern, exacerbated by the rise of antifungal-resistant strains. This necessitates the search for novel, effective antifungal agents, with medicinal plants being a promising source. Ethanol, chloroform, and hot water (aqueous) extracts of Zingiber officinale (rhizome), Justicia carnea (leaf), and Hi...

Dec, 2025 pp. 7731 - 7740 131 views 74 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2025.btuvp46l

Resistance pattern of Mycobacterium tuberculosis Complex Isolated from Re-treatment Patients to First Line Anti-Tuberculosis Drugs in Zaria Nigeria

Mamuda K^*, Ahmadu I., Aliyu, M.S, Suleman, M, Ibrahim A. K, Song M. A, Garba B. Y, Aminu D. A, Dan-Inna M. Z., Mathew G

Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the leading infections that cause death worldwide. The emergence of drug-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis is of great concern for National TB control programmes wich hinders the control of tuberculosis; therefore it has become important to screen infected patients for resistant TB. A total of 437 sputum samples were collected from re-treatment TB patients. The sampl...

Dec, 2025 pp. 7741 - 7747 89 views 89 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.05ny4e4b

Molecular Characterization and Taxonomic Profiling of Bacteria Isolates from Naturally Fermented Banana Wine

Akindele S. T., Okoh O. A.^*, Obafebi T. O., Raufu T. T.

Wine is a product of fermentation of fruits by microbes. Banana is a general term embracing a number of species or hybrid in the genus Musa of the family Musaceae. It is a seasonal and highly perishable fruit, which can be available all year round. This study was designed to identify the organisms responsible for the fermentation of wine. One species of banana was gotten from Ushin market in Ijebu...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7748 - 7754 37 views 16 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.a7x20aji

Microbiological Properties of Smoke-Dried Clarias gariepinus and Ethmalosa fimbriata Sold in Abraka, Eku and Obiaruku Markets, Delta State, Nigeria

Akpotor D. A.^*, Oyowe E., Amalokwu J. O.

Smoke-drying remains a sure fish processing-cum-preservation method in Nigeria. However, concerns persist about products microbiological safety afterwards particularly when sold in open markets. This study assessed the microbiological quality of smoked-dried Clarias gariepinus (Catfish) and Ethmalosa fimbriata (Bonga) sold in Abraka, Eku, and Obiaruku markets in Delta State, Nigeria. The fish samp...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7755 - 7762 41 views 14 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.33t3scef

Exploring the Biocontrol Potential of Endophytes against Phytophthora megakarya in Cocoa Cultivation

Ayanwole S. A.^*, Oladigbolu Y. O., Adeji A. O., Laoye F. T., Adeniyi D. O., Arotupin Daniel Juwon

Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L., Malvaceae) is a perennial tree crop, which over the years been negatively affected by black pod disease which is caused by Phytophthora megakarya. This is a major pathogen responsible for black pod disease in cocoa, significantly reducing the yield and threatening cocoa production. Endophytes are asymptomatically within plant tissues, with antagonistic properties. The po...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7763 - 7769 37 views 14 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.pfvktzc5

Characterization and Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile of Vibrio cholerae Isolated from Stool of Patients Attending Ahmadu Bello University Medical Centre, Samaru-Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Ameh E. R., Aguoha E., Idoko M. O.^*, Bishop H. G., Otori M. O., Ubandoma A.

Cholera remains a significant public health concern worldwide, particularly in developing countries like Nigeria. It has the potential to cause widespread fatalities, spread rapidly, and disrupt travel and trade. This study aimed to characterize Vibrio cholerae isolated from stool samples of patients attending Ahmadu Bello University Medical Centre, Samaru-Zaria, Nigeria and assess the antibiotic ...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7770 - 7780 45 views 27 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.ntkefqgd

Phytochemical Screening and Determination of Antibacterial Activity of Garlic Extracts against Clinical Isolates of Staphylococcus aureus

Bala H. K.^*, Shuaibu S., Mohammed A., Bala R. K.

The growing threat of drug resistant bacteria, particularly Staphylococus aureus, has become a pressing concern for global public health. Garlic (Allium sativum L.) widely used for culinary and medicinal purposes, is known for its broad spectrum antimicrobial activity, primarily due to the presence of allicin as its key bioactive compound. This study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical constituent...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7781 - 7791 39 views 15 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.3ei7bn6t

Emergence of Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella enterica in Lagos: Insights from MALDI–TOF MS and β-Lactamase Profiling

Fakorede C. O.^*, Amisu K. O., Akinyemi K. O.

Non-typhoidal Salmonella (NTS) is a major cause of foodborne illness and invasive infections, particularly in low-resource settings. This study aimed to identify and characterise Salmonella enterica isolates from human, animal, and environmental sources in Lagos, Nigeria, using Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption Ionisation–Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry (MALDI–TOF MS), and to evaluate their antimi...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7792 - 7801 39 views 12 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.mq9r5i1o

A Review of Urogenital Tuberculosis in Nigeria: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Clinical Manifestation, Diagnosis, Treatment Strategies, Risk Factors, and Prevention Control Measures

Garba D. E.^*, Dibua U. M. E., Oka C. U., OZOADIBE Ogechukwu Yvonne, Ajah M. I., Attah F.

Urogenital tuberculosis (UGTB) is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, where tuberculosis (TB) is endemic. Despite its importance, UGTB remains a neglected and underdiagnosed condition, leading to delayed diagnosis, inadequate treatment, and poor health outcomes. This review aims to provide an overview of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment stra...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7802 - 7811 45 views 16 downloads

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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2026.40n1cbnw

Evaluation of Multidimensional Antimicrobial Efficacy of Extracts of Lawsonia inermis (Henna) Against Multidrug-Resistant Selected Pathogens

Hassan I. A.^*, Yusuf A. O., Taylor J. I., Oladetuyi A. P.

This study investigates the evaluation of multidimensional antimicrobial efficacy of extracts of Lawsonia inermis against multidrug-resistant selected pathogens. Antimicrobial assays of the two extract of Lawsonia inermis (aqueous and ethanolic) demonstrated against bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa), fungi (Candida albicans, Aspergillus...

Jun, 2026 pp. 7812 - 7819 41 views 19 downloads