4th Biosciences International Conference
4TH BIOSCIENCE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE (LIVE/ VIRTUAL), 13-14 MAY 2026, ASUU NAU SECRETARIAT COMPLEX, NNAMDI AZIKIWE UNIVERSITY, AWKA, ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA.
THEME: WASTE TO WEALTH: BIO-BASED SOLUTION FOR CIRCULAR ECONOMY SUBTHEMES:
• Our Planet: Addressing waste, Biodiversity and Climate Change
• Safe Waste Transformation and Public Health Protection: One Health Approach
Abstracts
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| Code | Title and Author(s) |
|---|---|
| FBSC 001 | Knowledge, Attitude and Perception of Nursing Mothers Towards Exclusive Breastfeeding (A Case Study of Pankshin Local Government Area, Plateau State). CHUKWUDIKE, C. O. AND NEHEMIAH, M. L. |
| FBSC 002 | Comparative assessment of nutritional and taste qualities of smoked wild and smoked cultured African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) based on consumer preference. AKWUAKA, P. C., NWEKE, C.M. AND AGBAGWO, U.A. |
| FBSC 003 | Comparative Proximate Analysis of The Vitamin And Mineral Composition Of Hermetia Illucen Larvae Fed On Fruits And Poultry Manure Substrates. AKWUAKA, P. C., ANOCHIE, C. S., OKEKE, C. J. AND OLISA, C. S. |
| FBSC 004 | Comparative Analysis of Mineral and Vitamin composition of Thespesia garcheana (Gorontula) pulp and seed. EZEIGWE, O. C., ILOANYA, E. L., UMEZINWA, F. C., AND ANIEROBI, E. O. |
| FBSC 005 | Larval ecology and physicochemical parameters of mosquito breeding habitats in Awka South Local Government Area, Southeastern, Nigeria. IFEJIKA, C. C., UMEANAETO, P. U., UZOCHUKWU, C. U., EZEANI, A. C., UMEANOR, B. C., NWAGBO, O. D. AND OKEKE O. G. |
| FBSC 006 | A bio-based predictive framework for aquaculture utilizing random forest algorithm to mitigate biological waste in fish pond ecosystems. UGEGEH, D. O., OKEKE, J. J., EZEONYEJIAKU, C. D. AND ARAZU, V. N. |
| FBSC 007 | Aspects Of The Biology And Heavy Metal Concentration In The Giant Tiger Shrimp, Penaeus Monodon (Fabricius, 1798) From Lagos Lagoon UGEGEH, D. O., OKEKE, J. J., EZEONYEJIAKU, C. D., ARAZU, V. N. AND CHUKWULO, C. |
| FBSC 008 | Comparative Evaluation Of Acute Toxicity And Dose-Dependent Mortality Response Of N-Hexane, Petroleum Ether, Ethanol, And Aqueous Fractions Of Sida Acuta UKOGO, A. E., EZEKWESILI, C. N. AND EZEKWESILI-OFILI, J. O. |
| FBSC 009 | Acute Toxicity Profile And Dose-Dependent Mortality Response Of Different Solvent Fractions Of Ficus Exasperata UKOGO, A. E., EZEKWESILI , C. N. AND EZEKWESILI-OFILI, J. O. |
| FBSC 010 | Nanotechnology Application To Food Biotechnology ENE, C. P. |
| FBSC 011 | Antibacterial and Preservative Potential Of Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) Essential Oil In Fruit Juices. AKPADOLU, K. C., AKPADOLU, C. B., OGUNBANWO. S. T. AND BALOGU, T. V. |
| FBSC 012 | Micro Plastics In Water And Food Systems: A One Health Perspective On Waste Management And Public Health Protection CHUKWUDEBELU, A. E., MGBEMENA C. E., OBASI .C. C. AND ONONYE B. U. |
| FBSC 013 | Bacteriological and Physicochemical Quality of Stream and Well Waters in some Selected Areas of Enugu State, Nigeria MBACHU A. E. AND AGU, C. P. |
| FBSC 014 | Comparative Analysis Of Heavy Metal Contamination In Raw And Smoked Meat And Fish Samples From Eke-Awka Market, Awka Anambra State OBUDULU C., NWANDU F. C., OKAFOR I. J., IKEH M. I., AGHALU U. C., ORJI E. C., OLISA C. S., OKPANI S. I. |
| FBSC 015 | Assessment Of Arthropod Diversity In Selected Farmlands In Science Village, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka OBUDULU, C. AND CHIBUZO, C. T. |
| FBSC 016 | Indiscriminate Waste Disposal And Its Associated Public Health Challenges In Selected Hostels In Owerri Metropolis, Imo State, Nigeria OKERE, S. G., OBASI, V. I. AND AJOKU C. U. |
| FBSC 017 | Assessment Of Plastic Degradation By Indigenous Bacteria From Waste Disposal Sites OKONKWO, N. N. AND CHUKWUJEKWU A. G. |
| FBSC 018 | Prevalence, Diversity, And Distribution Of Ectoparasites Infesting Cattle In Selected Livestock Markets In Anambra State, Nigeria. ANIEMEKA, G. E., NWADIKE, J. C., UMEANOR, B. C., EKEZIE, C. C. AND ODINKO, S. C. |
| FBSC 019 | DNA Damage, Oxidative Stress And Acetylcholinesterase Alterations In Fresh African Catfish Clarias gariepinus Exposed To Calcium Oxide EMEKA,N. J., NWANI, C. D., NNAMONU, E. I. AND ANI, O. C. |
| FBSC 020 | Heavy Metal Contamination In Tube Wells Serving Selected Students’ Hostels In Amansea, Anambra State OKEKE, C. J., OBI, M. M., EGWUAGU, C. C. AND OLISA, C. S. |
| FBSC 021 | Taxonomic Assessment Of Diversity Of Tree And Shrub Species In Three Tropical Forest Sites In Anambra State Nigeria IROKA, C. F., EKWEALOR, K. U., ONYILI, C. A., MBAUKWU, A. O., NWAKUCHE, O. A., IKEGBUNAM, N. C., OKEREKE, C. N. AND OKEREKE, E. K. |
| FBSC 022 | The Characteristics And Performance Of Pleurotus Ostreatus Cultivated On Sawdust Supplemented With Municipal Organic Wastes ANAUKWU, C. G., ANYAENEWUSIM, S. C., OBI C. G. AND OGBO, F. C. |
| FBSC 023 | Malaria And Mosquito Abundance In Nnewi North LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria NWACHUKWU, C. A., UMEANAETO, P. U., UZOCHUKWU, C. U., CHIDOZIE, G. N. AND UMEANOR, B. C. |
| FBSC 024 | Comparative Sensory and Microbial Assessment of Yoghurt Produced With Chili Pepper-Derived And Commercial Starter Cultures OBI, M. A., NWAKUNITE, C. L. AND IZUCHUKWU, C. G. |
| FBSC 025 | Shelf Stability and Sensory Evaluation of Tomato Sauce Enriched With Chicken and Beef Broth OBI M. A. |
| FBSC 026 | Assessment Of Efficacy Of Bitter Leaf Extract (Vernonia Amygdalina) In The Treatment Of Sexually Transmitted Infection ANYANELE, W. C., ANYANELE, I. S., EZENWATA, I. S. AND EZEABARA, C. A. |
| FBSC 027 | Evaluation Of The Effects Of Costus Afer Leaf Meal On The Packed Cell Volume Of Broilers AFOEMEZIE, P. I. |
| FBSC 028 | Differential modulation of hematological parameters by co-administration of probiotic yeast and bacterial in triton-x-100 induced hypercholesterolemic rat model. OSILO, C., AJOGWU, T. M. C., OHUCHE, J. C., NWIYI, I. U. AND OZOH, C. N. |
| FBSC 029 | Waste-To-Wealth Valorisation Of Castor (Ricinus Communis) Seed Biomass: Time-Dependent Evaluation Of Antioxidant Dynamics During Fermentation EZEUCHU, C. C. AND IGWILO, I. O. |
| FBSC 030 | Bioaerosols In Waste-Impacted Urban Environments: Public Health Risks And Circular Economy Implications In Nigeria NDIBE, T. O. AND OKOYE, O. N. N. |
| FBSC 031 | Assessment of antibiotics resistance genes (bla_ctx-m, bla_ndm, and aac(6’)-ib-cr) and patterns in borehole water sources around open dump sites of onitsha south, anambra state, nigeria. SOLUDO, O. G., ANAUKWU, C. G., SOLUDO, O. C. AND OKOLI, F. A. |
| FBSC 032 | Candiduria Andantifungal Susceptibility Patterns Among Antenatal Patients In A Teaching Hospital In South East Nigeria NWANKWO, U. G., EZEBIALU, C. U., EZEADILA, J. O. AND OKOLI, I. |
| FBSC 033 | Are malaria rapid diagnostic test results still reliable when a product is used beyond the expiry date? EKEZIE, C. C., UMEH, A. C. AND IWUNZE, I. G. |
| FBSC 034 | Microbial Valorization Of Agricultural Wastes For Circular Bioeconomy And Agribusiness: A One Health Bio-Based Strategy AGBO, A. O. AND IKEGWU, T. M. |
| FBSC 035 | From Agro-Waste To Nutraceuticals: Physiological Benefits Of Bioactive Compounds Recovered From Nigerian Food Processing By-Products NDINYELUM, O. M. AND UFELE-OBIESIE, A. N. |
| FBSC 036 | Comparative Analysis Of The Physicochemical And Sensory Properties Of Watermelon-Pineapple Blend Wine Produced Using Indigenous Stress-Tolerant Yeast Versus Commercial Wines EZEUKO, C. M., UMEH, S. O., EZEUKO, C. M, OKONKWO, C. P. AND UZOIGWE, G. C. |
| FBSC 037 | Phytochemical Screening And Antimicrobial Effect Of Syzgium Aromaticum And Allium Sativum Aqueous And Ethanolic Extracts Against Clinical Candida Isolates EZEUKO, C. M., UDEMEZUE O. I., EZEUKO C. M., OKONKWO, C. P. AND UZOIGWE, G. C. |
| FBSC 038 | Effects Of Seasons On Prevalence Of Bacterial Isolates In The Borehole Waters In Onitsha, Nigeria ANAUKWU, C. G., OKONKWO, C. P., OBI, C. G. AND EZEUKO C. M. |
| FBSC 039 | The effect of short-term fruit-diet formulations (cashew, cocont and avocado) on the parasite load, immune response and health of mice infected with Plasmodium berghei OKEKE, O. A., NDINYELUM, O. M., IFEJIKA, O. C., IBENEME, C. B., ANIEKWE, G. D., OKOH, I. A. AND NWAFE, C. N. |
| FBSC 040 | Phycoremediation Of Petrochemical Effluents Using Chlorella Sorokiniana: Simultaneous Nutrient Removal And Biomass Valorisation CHUKWULO, C. O., JOHN, J. Z., SUZIE K. A., TERSOO, J. C., MATHIAS, A. AND ARAZU, V. N. |
| FBSC 041 | Heavy Metal Accumulation in Ant Colonies (Pheidole megacephala) as Bioindicators of Environmental Contamination in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State EZEONYEJIAKU C. D., EZEONYEJIAKU J. N. AND OFFORBUIKE I. I. |
| FBSC 042 | Mycological examination of some second-hand items sold in eke Awka Market, Anambra State, Nigeria. ANYAOHA, V.I., MUONEKE, E.S., ANAGBOSO, I.M. AND ANYAMENE, C.O. |
| FBSC 043 | Prevalence of urogenital pathogens among students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi campus, Anambra State, Nigeria. AKULUE, J. C. , OKEREMETA, O. , AFULUKWE, S. C., ELOSIUBA, N. V., UMEANAETO, P. U. AND DURU, F. I. |
| FBSC 044 | Effects Of Fenugreek And Cloves Powder Dietary Supplementation On The Growth Performance And Packed Cell Volume Of Broiler Chicken OFFOR, V. O., UFELE, A. N., AFOMEZIE, P. I., ONONYE, B. U. AND AZAKA, E. I. |
| FBSC 045 | Species Composition Of Man-Biting Mosquitoes In Ifite, Anambra State *IRIKANNU, K. C., OGBUNUDE, M. C., AND AGU, J. C. |
| FBSC 046 | Hepatoprotective Evaluation Of Crude Ethanol Extract And Solvent Fractions Of Zapoteca Portoricensis Leaves In Formalin-Induced Inflammatory Rats ORJI, E. C., ENEMOR, V. H. A., OKOYE, U. J., UNEGBU, I. C. AND OGANA, J., NWORJI, O. F. AND CHIGBO, M. C. |
| FBSC 047 | Bioprospecting Of Arable Farmland Soil For Itaconic Acid-Producing Fungi IZOMOR, R. N., ONYEBUCHI, C. F., OKAFOANYALI, J. O., IKEGWUONU, E. A. AND CHUKWUJEKWU, A. G. |
| FBSC 048 | Intestinal parasite infections among pregnant females in anambra east local government area, anambra state. NNELIFE, E. G., IMAKWU, C. A., EBERE, C. S., OKEKE, O. A., UZOCHUKWU, C. U., OBIEFULE, I. E., OGBUEFI, E. O., UBAKA, A. U., CHIAMAH, O. C. AND GINIKANWA, I. C. |
| FBSC 049 | Hepatitis B Virus Infection Among Blood Donors In South Eastern Nigeria EZEJIOFOR C. C., AMADI P.N. AND ORJI M.U. |
| FBSC 050 | Antibacterial Effect Of Decomposing Neem Leaves (Azadirachta indica) On Polluted Site In Unizik And Its Antibiotic Susceptibility Patterns On Isolates From Gut Of Selected Domestic Birds. ANIEKWU, C. C., ORAKWUBE C. C., UDEMEZUE, O. I. AND OKOYE. C. V. |
| FBSC 051 | Impact Of Maternal Education And Preventive Practices On Childhood Malaria In Awka South Local Government Area Anambra State OKEKE, O.G., UMEANAETO, P. U., *UZOCHUKWU, C.U., UMEANOR, B.C., IFEJIKA, C.C. AND OKOYE, P.M. |
| FBSC 052 | Assessment of probiotic potential of lactic acid bacteria and evaluation of their response to cold stress. UZOH, C.V., OKEH, C.O., UWANTA, L.I., IGWE, P.C., UGWU, B. AND NWORIE C. O. |
| FBSC 053 | Phytochemical Screening And Antimicrobial Effect Of Syzgium aromaticum And Allium sativum Aqueous And Ethanolic Extracts Against Clinical Candida Isolates EZEUKO, C. M., UDEMEZUE, O. I., EZEUKO, C. M. AND UZOIGWE, G. C. |
| FBSC 054 | In vitro antibacterial activity of blue vitriol and alum against superficial surgical site infection pathogens. UDEMEZUE, O. I., EZENWELU, C. O., IZUNDU, I. M., UDENWEZE, E. C., ONYEKACHI IJEOMA UDEMEZUE, O. I. AND OGBONNA, U. S. A. |
| FBSC 055 | Fungal pathogens associated with post-harvest spoilage of cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) sold in awka. OKAFOR, O. I. AND OJIOKPOTA, F. O. |
| FBSC 056 | Physicochemical Properties Of Peeled And Unpeeled Plantain Flours ENEASATO, O. S. AND ANEKE, V. I. |
| FBSC 057 | Parasitic contamination of commonly consumed vegetables in awka markets of anambra state. IKEH, M. I., OFOEGBU, I. E., OKEKE, O., OBUDULU, C. NWANKWO, S., ISHAR, C. AND NATUANYA, I. |
| FBSC 058 | Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis Among Pupils In Semi-Urban Communities In Anambra State, Nigeria IKPEOHA, B. C., ARIBODOR, D. N., OKWELOGU, I. S., OKOYE, C. M. AND ANYANEBECHI, W. C. |
| FBSC 059 | Effect Of Edible Mushrooms Flour Addition On The Consumer Acceptability And Mineral Composition Of Biscuit, Produce From Wheat And Sweet Potato Flour Blends IZUCHUKWU, C. G. |
| FBSC 060 | Honey pollen: using melissopalynology to understand foraging preference of bees in Ezeagu, Enugu State. IKEGBUNAM, N. C. AND ANUKWUORJI, C. A. |
| FBSC 061 | Remote Sensing For Biodiversity Measurement In Nigeria CHIBUOGWU, I. U., NNEJI, E. G. AND MUOMELIRI, C. B. |
| FBSC 062 | Heavy Metal Bioaccumulation In Ground Crickets (Acheta Domesticus) As Bioindicators Of Soil Contamination In Farmlands In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State EZEONYEJIAKU C. D., EZEONYEJIAKU J. N. AND OFFORBUIKE I. I. |
| FBSC 063 | Changes In Haematological Indices In Wistar Albino Rats Fed Various Graded Levels Of Moringa Seeds UDEH, N. P., OMAJEMITE, O. A., OKEKE, O. A., EGWUAGU, C. C., OBUDULU, C., NNATUANYA, I. O., AZAKA, E. I., OKEKE, C. J. AND CHUKWUDEBELU, E. A. |
| FBSC 064 | Comparative Assessment Of The Toxicity Of Ddforce And Perfect Killer On Fingerlings Of Clarias geriepinus In Awka Metropolis OKPANI, S. I. |
| FBSC 065 | Innovative Applications Of Struvite For Food Sustainability And Public Health Protection OBIEFUNA, G. C., IGWILO, I. AND ENEMALI, M. |
| FBSC 066 | Antimicrobial Resistance Pattern Of Salmonella typhi Isolates From Patients Attending Nnamdi Azikiwe University Medical Center, Nnewi Campus AGU, O. C. AND OKWELOGU, I. S. |
| FBSC 067 | Toxicological Evidences Of Petroleum Explorations Within The Niger-Delta Basin: A Preview Of The Future Retrogression EZICHI, A., IGWILO, I. O., EZENWELU, C.O. AND OPARAJI, E. H. |
| FBSC 068 | Acute Toxicological Evaluation Of Anthracene In Mice And Waste Water OFOMA, O. E. |
| FBSC 069 | Waste Reduction Potential, Growth Performance, Bioconversion Efficiency, And Nutrient Profile Of Black Soldier Fly Larvae (Bsfl) Reared On Selected Organic Wastes NWANKWO, E. N., OBI, A.E., IKEH, R.E. AND EKEZIE, C. C. |
| FBSC 070 | Waste To Bioactive Wealth: Antibacterial, Antibiofilm, And Antioxidant Potentials Of Zapoteca Portoricensis, Artemisia Annua, And Moringa Oleifera Extracts As Bio-Based One Health Solutions To Antimicrobial Resistance EKEYI, D. I. AND OKOLI, N. R. |
| FBSC 071 | In Vitro Determination Of The Inhibitory Effect Of Aqueous Extract Of Hibiscus sabdariffa L On Α-Amylase And Α-Glucosidase Enzymes Activities ANIZOBA, G. C. AND ABDULLAHI, H. D. |
| FBSC 072 | Determination of the in vitro inhibitory effect of ethanol extracts of Zingiber officinale on α-amylase and α-glucosidase enzymes activities. ANIZOBA, G.C. AND ABDULLAHI, H.D. |
| FBSC 073 | Investigation on antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of essential oil from Xylopia aethiopica seeds. EJIMOFOR C. F. AND NWAKOBY, N. E. |
| FBSC 074 | Agro-Waste Management And Phytoremediation: Rethinking Waste As A Strategic Resource For Sustainable Soil Restoration. OKAFOR, N. P., EKWEALOR, K. U. AND EZEANI, J. O. |
| FBSC 075 | Nutritional potentials of Azadirachta indica leaf and its potentials in ameliorating malaria infections. AJAKPOFO, F. O., ANYANWU, R. O., OKPE, J. M., ONUORAH, J. O., ONUEGBU, M. E. AND ORJI, C. C. |
| FBSC 076 | Screening Of Pepper Accessions For Resistance To Virus Diseases OKOYE, K. K. AND IGWEKA, E. O. |
| FBSC 077 | Morphological And Cytological Studiesn On Two Species Of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L. and Solanum pimpinellifolium L. (Solanaceae) OKOYE, K. K. AND IGWEKA, E. O. |
| FBSC 078 | The phytochemical and proximate analysis of Anarcadium occidentalis L. OKORONKWO, O. F., EKWEALOR, K, U., OKEREKE, N. C., UWALAKA, B. N., UDEAGBALA, N. U. AND OGBU, A. N. |
| FBSC 079 | Assessment of air quality marker finger prints using selected eco-toxicological indices within zones of refuse dumps in Awka metropolis, Anambra state. EZENWELU, C. O., IGWILO, I., O., EZICHI, A., OZOFOR, H. AND OPARAJI, E. H. |
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FBSC 001KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF NURSING MOTHERS TOWARDS EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING (A CASE STUDY OF PANKSHIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, PLATEAU STATE)
*1Chukwudike, C. O. and 2Nehemiah, M. L.
1Department of Parasitology and Entomology Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka Anambra State
2Department of Biology Federal University of Education, Pankshin, Plateau State
*Corresponding Author: co.chukwudike@unizik.edu.ng +2347068816296
ABSTRACT
Exclusive breastfeeding reduces infants’ mortality due to common childhood illnesses such as diarrhoea and pneumonia, enhancing both physical, mental and social growth of a child. This study aimed at analyzing the knowledge, attitude and perception of nursing mothers towards exclusive breastfeeding in Pankshin Local Government Area, Plateau State. Survey research design was adopted with a self-developed questionnaire. A sample size of 250 was used comprising of 50(20%) single mothers and 200 (80%) married mothers. Data were analyzed using mean scores. Results revealed that exclusive breastfeeding is associated with stronger bonding and improved physical well-being for both the baby and the mother. There exists a significant level of knowledge among mothers regarding exclusive breastfeeding practices at average mean score of 3.11. There is a relationship between nursing mothers’ attitude towards exclusive breast feeding with mean score of 2.90. Aggregate average mean (3.06), reveals a relationship between nursing mothers' perceptions of the benefits, challenges, and social norms associated with exclusive breastfeeding and their overall positive attitudes toward the practice. Aggregate average mean score (2.92) also revealed a relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and its perceived effects among nursing mothers. It was observed that nursing mothers have positive perception regarding exclusive breastfeeding in Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State. It is recommended that comprehensive information about the nutritional, health, and emotional benefits of exclusive breastfeeding should be disseminated through educational campaigns such as seminars, antenatal classes, workshops etc. to empower mothers with informed choices.
Keywords: Knowledge, Attitude, Perceptions, Nursing mother, Exclusive breastfeeding, Pankshin
↑ Back to indexFBSC 002COMPARATIVE ASSESSMENT OF NUTRITIONAL AND TASTE QUALITIES OF SMOKED WILD AND SMOKED CULTURED AFRICAN CATFISH (Clarias gariepinus) BASED ON CONSUMER PREFERENCE
Akwuaka, P. C., Nweke, C. M. and Agbagwo, U. A.
Zoology Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. cp.akwuaka@unizik.edu.ng
ABSTRACT
This study examined the processing wild and cultured African catfish (Clarias gariepinus), focusing on nutritional composition and consumer acceptability. The nutritional study analyzed amino acid and fatty acid profiles in salted and unsalted smoked catfish. Key findings showed varying concentrations of amino acids: Glycine peaked in salted pond-cultured fish (11.87%), while Alanine was highest in salted wild fish (22.55%). Proline reached 30.87% in unsalted pond-cultured fish, and Isoleucine peaked at 38.19% in unsalted wild fish. Fatty acid analysis revealed high concentrations of lauric acid in unsalted pond-cultured fish (87.24%), myristic acid (64.15%) in the same category, and palmitic acid (36.25%) in salted wild fish. During the study conducted over four weeks, 12 catfish (700g-1kg) were divided into four categories: salted and unsalted versions of both wild and cultured smoked fish respectively. The taste assessment, collected through questionnaires, revealed that 90% of participants preferred smoked fish (both wild and cultured), and 75% favored salt-spiced fish. Statistical analysis showed significant results for unsalted cultured fish (P=.786) and unsalted wild fish (P=.215). The study concluded that salted smoked cultured fish was more preferred by consumers compared to other variations. The study highlighted the importance of processing methods (smoking and salting) in enhancing both nutritional value and taste acceptability of the African catfish, providing valuable insights for consumers, nutritionists, and the fisheries industry.
Keywords: African catfish, smoked, salting, nutrition, taste
↑ Back to indexFBSC 003COMPARATIVE PROXIMATE ANALYSIS OF THE VITAMIN AND MINERAL COMPOSITION OF Hermetia illucen LARVAE FED ON FRUITS AND POULTRY MANURE SUBSTRATES
Akwuaka, P. C., Anochie, C. S., Okeke, C. J. and Olisa, C. S. Zoology Department, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. cp.akwuaka@unizik.edu.ng
ABSTRACT
This study aimed to evaluate the proximate composition, vitamin, and mineral contents of black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) reared on two different substrates: a fruit mixture (orange, pineapple and watermelon) and poultry manure. The study sought to determine which substrate produced BSFL with higher nutritional value, making it a viable option for feed or human consumption. The method involved rearing BSFL using fruit waste (including pineapple, orange, and watermelon) and poultry manure, both sourced from local farms and markets in Anambra State. Larvae were fed with these substrates and their growth was monitored over a period of 24 days. Proximate analysis included measurements of moisture, protein content, while vitamins A and B12, as well as minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron, and magnesium, were quantified. Results showed that BSFL reared on fruits had a higher protein content (24.151±0.001) when compared to those reared on poultry manure substrate (23.451±0.001). However, the larvae fed on poultry manure exhibited higher moisture content (56.161±0.001). In terms of vitamins, the poultry manurefed larvae had a higher vitamin A concentration (5.97±0.001), while those from poultry manure had higher vitamin B12 (2.844±0.001). As for minerals, the fruit-fed larvae had more calcium and magnesium, while the poultry manure fed larvae showed higher phosphorus and iron concentrations. The both substrates showed different strengths in terms of nutrient composition. While larvae fed on fruits produced more protein and calcium, poultry manure fed larvae produced more moisture content and vitamins, making both substrates valuable depending on the specific nutritional needs.
Keywords: BSFL, Substrates, Proximate, Nutritional
↑ Back to indexFBSC 004COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MINERAL AND VITAMIN COMPOSITION OF Thespesia garcheana (GORONTULA) PULP AND SEED.
Ezeigwe, O. C., Iloanya, E. L., Umezinwa, F. C. and Anierobi, E. O.
Department of Applied Biochemistry, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Corresponding author email: oc.ezeigwe@unizik.edu.ng.
ABSTRACT
Wild edible plants are species collected from wild for consumption or drinking, and they are considered as primary source of nutrients and vital for human health. This study aimed to investigate the mineral and vitamins composition of the fruit pulp and seed of Thespesia garckeana. The mineral and vitamin analysis was carried out using standard methods. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS software version 27. The pulp showed higher levels of minerals such as sodium (12.56 ± 0.00ppm) and calcium (9.45 ± 0.00ppm) when compared to the seed (11.47 ± 0.00ppm) and (7.90 ± 0.00ppm) respectively. Also, the seed showed higher level of potassium (9.22 ± 0.00ppm) and magnesium (7.47 ± 0.00ppm) when compared to the pulp (8.46 ± 0.00ppm) and (7.05 ± 0.00ppm) respectively. However, from the vitamin’s composition, the pulp showed higher levels of vitamin B3 (5.73 ± 0.00mg/kg), vitamin B6 (26.52
± 0.00mg/kg) and vitamin E (8.59 ± 0.00mg/kg) when compared to the seed (5.25 ± 0.00mg/kg), (24.88 ± 0.00mg/kg) and (7.40 ± 0.00mg/kg) respectively. Also, the seed showed higher levels of vitamin A (39.28 ± 0.00mg/kg), vitamin B12 (9.34 ± 0.00mg/kg), vitamin C (72.28 ± 0.00mg/kg) and vitamin D (17.78 ± 0.00mg/kg) when compared to the pulp (35.46 ± 0.00mg/kg), (8.11 ± 0.00mg/kg), (66.21 ± 0.00mg/kg) and (6.28 ± 0.00mg/kg) respectively. These results suggest that both the pulp and seed contain adequate minerals and vitamins that have the potential to meet the nutritional requirements of human health.
Keywords: Thespesia garckeana, minerals, vitamins, seed, pulp, nutritional
↑ Back to indexFBSC 005LARVAL ECOLOGY AND PHYSICOCHEMICAL PARAMETERS OF MOSQUITO BREEDING HABITATS IN AWKA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, SOUTHEASTERN, NIGERIA.
*1Ifejika, C. C., 2Umeanaeto, P.U., 2Uzochukwu, C.U., 1Ezeani, A.C, 2Umeanor, B.C.,
2Nwagbo, O.D. and 2Okeke O.G.
1Department of Biological Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State, Nigeria.
2Department of Parasitology and Entomology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
* Author Email: eifejika@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Mosquitoes are vectors for diseases like dengue fever, malaria, and lymphatic filariasis. Understanding their breeding ecology and the physicochemical characteristics of breeding sites is crucial for controlling mosquito-borne diseases. This study examined mosquito larvae ecology and the water quality parameters of breeding sites in the Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State, over a 12-month period. The goal was to assess the impact of water quality on mosquito larva abundance. Larvae were collected from man-made containers, ground pools, and plant axils from four communities. Physicochemical factors analyzed included; pH, water temperature, total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved oxygen (TDO), and salinity. A total of 207 adult mosquitoes representing six species were identified: Aedes aegypti (30.4%), Aedes albopictus (25.6%), Culex quinquefasciatus (22.7%), Anopheles gambiae (10.6%), Aedes simpsoni (6.2%), and Culex tigripes (4.3%). These mosquitoes were collected from man-made containers (98%), ground pools (75%), and plant axils (34%). The study found Aedes aegypti was most common in man-made containers and plant axils, while Culex quinquefasciatus dominated ground pools. Physicochemical analysis showed that man-made containers had a mean pH of 6.8, while ground pools had a higher pH of 7.4. TSS, TDS, and salinity were higher in man-made containers. Dissolved oxygen significantly influenced larval abundance (p=0.004), and Culex quinquefasciatus correlated with pH, salinity, TSS, and temperature. The findings highlight the importance of managing mosquito larvae in both natural and artificial habitats, particularly man-made containers, to control mosquito populations in Awka South.
Keywords: Mosquito, larvae, breeding habitat, physicochemical.
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*1Ugegeh, D. O., 1Okeke, J. J., 1Ezeonyejiaku, C. D. and 2Arazu, V. N.
1Department of Zoology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
2Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Anambra State, Nigeria.
*Correspondence should be addressed to: do.ugegeh@pg.unizik.edu.ng
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ABSTRACT
In the pursuit of a circular economy, the primary objective is to minimize resource loss and maximize the value of bio-based assets. In Nigerian aquaculture, sudden deterioration in water quality constitutes a significant form of "biological waste," leading to massive fish mortalities and the inefficient discharge of nutrient-heavy effluents. This study presents a computational bio-based solution using the Random Forest (RF) machine learning algorithm to predict lethal fluctuations in Dissolved Oxygen (DO) and Ph in fish ponds. Using data from an intensive one-month pilot sampling phase across earthen, concrete, and tarpaulin ponds in Asaba, Delta State, an ensemble model was developed to correlate physicochemical parameters with environmental drivers like ambient temperature and precipitation. Preliminary results demonstrate that the RF model successfully identifies non-linear patterns in oxygen depletion, with ambient temperature emerging as the most significant predictor of ecosystem stress. By providing a 24-hour predictive window, this framework allows farmers to transition from reactive to proactive management, effectively preventing biological losses. This research underscores how integrating AI-driven monitoring supports the "Waste-to-Wealth" paradigm by preserving aquatic biomass and optimizing nutrient management within a circular fish-farming ecosystem.
Keywords: Circular Economy, Biological Waste Mitigation, Random Forest Algorithm, Precision Aquaculture.
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