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Determination of the Chemical Properties of Some Selected Vegetable Oils Sold in Gombe Main Market, Gombe State, Nigeria Goje, Lazarus Joseph; Muhammad, Muhammad Auwal; Maigari, Fatima Umar; Hammari, Abubakar Muhammad
Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS Vol 3 No 2 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mikailalsys.v3i2.6045

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Vegetable oils are widely utilized as essential lipid sources in food production, necessitating routine evaluation of their nutritional and chemical quality. This study assessed the quality of four commonly consumed edible vegetable oil brands in Gombe, Gombe State: Palm oil (Al-Hilal), Turkey oil, Power oil, and Kings oil. Samples were collected from the Gombe main market and analyzed for saponification value, iodine value, and peroxide value. These parameters were compared against the standards set by the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON). Turkey oil exhibited the lowest saponification value (192.43 ± 0.51 mg KOH/g), though all oils fell within the SON-recommended range of 185–205 mg KOH/g. The iodine values indicated low levels of unsaturated fatty acids across all samples, with palm oil showing the highest (15.29 ± 0.49 g) and Turkey oil the lowest (6.61 ± 0.63 g). Peroxide values for all samples were well below the 10 meq/kg threshold for rancidity, indicating freshness and stability. Overall, the results demonstrate that all vegetable oil samples met the quality standards set by SON and the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS). It is therefore concluded that the oils are unadulterated, of high quality, and safe for public consumption, reflecting proper processing and storage practices.
Determination of Physicochemical and Microbial Properties of Some Dairy Cattle Products Sold in Kwami L.G.A of Gombe State Hammari, Abubakar Muhammad; Bello, Aishatu; Umar, Balkisu Salihu; Aliyu, Bappah Mamuda; Gad, Ishaya Ajuji
Asian Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Art Vol 3 No 5 (2025): Asian Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Art
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/ajstea.v3i5.7412

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This study evaluates the physicochemical and microbial properties of commonly consumed dairy products in Kwami Local Government Area (L.G.A.), with the objective of identifying potential health risks to consumers and informing regulatory oversight. A variety of dairy products—including milk, cheese, and yogurt—were sampled from multiple retail points and analyzed using standard analytical techniques in accordance with National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and Codex Alimentarius guidelines. Physicochemical parameters assessed included pH, moisture, fat, protein content, and titratable acidity, while microbial analysis targeted pathogenic organisms such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Listeria monocytogenes. Results revealed significant variation in physicochemical properties, with protein content ranging from 9.80 ± 0.01% to 11.3 ± 0.82%, high moisture levels (70.5 ± 0.61% to 75.5 ± 0.61%), and elevated titratable acidity (0.5254 ± 0.03% in fresh milk to 2.6800 ± 0.02% in Kindirmo). Mean pH values were 3.50 and 4.55 for fresh milk and Kindirmo, respectively. Microbial screening detected high levels of contamination, including Staphylococcus aureus (3.00 × 10⁵ CFU/ml), Escherichia coli (8.0 × 10⁶ CFU/ml), Bacillus subtilis (2.80 × 10⁶ CFU/ml), and Lactobacillus bulgaricus (5.0 × 10⁵ CFU/ml), with some strains exhibiting antibiotic resistance. These findings underscore serious public health concerns and emphasize the urgent need for strengthened quality control measures, regulatory enforcement, and public awareness to enhance dairy safety in the region.
Biodegradation of Plastic and the Role of Microbial Enzymes in Plastic Waste Management Hammari, Abubakar Muhammad; Aisami, Abubakar; Ibrahim, Maryam; Jauro, Muhammad Jauro; Bashir, Usman Adamu
International Journal of Education, Management, and Technology Vol 4 No 1 (2026): International Journal of Education, Management, and Technology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/ijemt.v4i1.8198

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Plastic pollution has emerged as a major environmental problem affecting terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and posing human health risks through microplastic exposure and chemical leaching. This research reviews the biodegradability of common plastics and examines biological approaches—particularly microbial and enzymatic degradation—as complementary strategies to mechanical and chemical recycling. Drawing on recent experimental and review literature, it describes microbial colonization of plastic surfaces and the enzymatic mechanisms underlying depolymerization, with emphasis on PET hydrolases such as PETase and MHETase, cutinases, and oxidative enzymes including laccases. The study further outlines analytical methods for assessing plastic degradation and evaluates strategies to enhance enzymatic depolymerization, such as protein engineering, enzyme immobilization, and physical or chemical pretreatment of substrates. In addition, it discusses scale-up challenges, biosafety considerations, and pathways for integrating biotechnological solutions into circular economy frameworks, and formulates recommendations for future research and pilot-scale deployment. Overall, the review highlights the potential and limitations of microbial and enzymatic plastic biodegradation as part of a broader portfolio of interventions needed to mitigate plastic pollution.
Phytochemical Screening, Proximate Composition, and Mineral Analysis of Tropical Almond (Terminalia catappa) Seeds Collected from Gombe State, Nigeria Abdulkadir, Maryam Usman; Mijinyawa, Farida Muhammad; Hammari, Abubakar Muhammad; Abubakar, Adamu Jauro; Adam, Ibrahim Abubakar; Yusuf, Saminu; Yakubu, Hanifah
Asian Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Art Vol 4 No 3 (2026): Asian Journal of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Art
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/ajstea.v4i3.9173

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The growing demand for natural medicines and plant-derived nutrients has increased scholarly interest in botanical resources rich in bioactive constituents, minerals, phytochemicals, and other metabolites. Terminalia catappa, a member of the Combretaceae family commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, is traditionally used for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antidiarrheal properties. This study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical profile, proximate composition, and mineral content of T. catappa seed nuts. Standard analytical methods were employed for proximate analysis, while elemental content was determined using atomic absorption spectrophotometry and flame photometry. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of saponins, steroids, phenols, and alkaloids, whereas tannins and flavonoids were absent. The proximate composition showed moisture content of 11.03%, ash content of 5.00%, crude fiber of 0.53%, crude protein of 8.28%, crude fat of 36.33%, and carbohydrates of 39.63%. Mineral analysis indicated notable concentrations of potassium at 1.1638 mg/L and calcium at 0.2046 mg/L, with sodium, manganese, zinc, iron, and copper detected in trace amounts. The study concludes that T. catappa seed nuts possess considerable nutritional and medicinal value, supporting their traditional applications and indicating their potential industrial use in food, pharmaceutical, and personal care products. These findings contribute to phytochemical and nutritional research by providing empirical evidence on the bioactive and compositional properties of T. catappa seeds.
Catalytic Hydrothermal Liquefaction of Mango Waste over Template-Synthesized NiFe₂O₄/Biochar Catalyst Auwal, Abdul-Hameed Bukhari; Joel, Atuman Samaila; Raji, Yusuf Olabode; Hammari, Abubakar Muhammad
Mikailalsys Journal of Advanced Engineering International Vol 3 No 2 (2026): Mikailalsys Journal of Advanced Engineering International
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mjaei.v3i2.9172

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Hydrothermal liquefaction (HTL) offers a promising pathway for converting wet organic waste into liquid fuels; however, the high oxygen content of bio-crude derived from fruit waste remains a major limitation. This study aims to valorize mango fruit waste (MFW) into upgraded bio-crude oil through catalytic HTL using a template-synthesized activated biochar-supported NiFe₂O₄ bimetallic catalyst. The feedstock and catalyst were characterized using proximate and ultimate analyses, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) surface area analysis, and gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC–MS). Mango fruit waste showed favorable hydrothermal conversion characteristics, including high volatile matter content, a carbon content of 48.07 wt%, and a higher heating value (HHV) of 14.32 MJ kg⁻¹. The incorporation of the NiFe₂O₄-activated biochar catalyst substantially improved bio-crude quality compared with non-catalytic HTL, increasing the carbon content to 63.53 wt% and the HHV to 16.66 MJ kg⁻¹. GC–MS analysis revealed a marked compositional shift toward aromatic hydrocarbons, phenolic compounds, and nitrogen-containing heterocycles, indicating enhanced deoxygenation, hydrogen transfer, and aromatization reactions promoted by the bimetallic catalyst. The study concludes that template-engineered biochar-supported NiFe₂O₄ catalysts are effective for upgrading oxygen-rich intermediates during fruit waste HTL. These findings contribute to sustainable waste valorization and biofuel production by demonstrating the potential of mango fruit waste as a viable feedstock for producing improved bio-crude oil.