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Adamu Abubakar

Publications (5)

Congenital Fibromatosis Colli: A Rare Cause of Neck Swelling with Clinicopathological Pointers

Adamu Abubakar, Umar Hassan Umar, Abba Bukar Zarami, Abubakar Garba Farouk & Mala Bukar Sandabe · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2022

Fibromatosis Colli or congenital fibromatosis Colli (also known as sternocleidomastoid tumour or pseudotumour) is a rare benign lesion affecting the sternocleidomastoid muscle that manifests in the first few weeks of life and may be associated with muscular torticollis. It is see...

Open access Research Article

Extraction and Characterisation of Starch Obtained from Livingstone Potato (Plectranthus esculentus)

Bingong Ishaku Hamidu, Adamu Abubakar, Oboyi Matthew Echeofun, Pigweh Isa Amos, Hassan Nuruldeen Ninge, Joseph Faruk Kpesibe, Johnson Silas Ngandi & Christian Faithdin · Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews · 2025

Plectranthus belongs to the family Lamiaceae. It is a perennial crop which is sparsely branched and grows up to 2m in height. In the year 2000, the world starch market was estimated to be 48.5 million tons, including native and modified starches. Starch from the tubers of Livings...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jmsrr/2025/v8i3435

Effect of Rusted Roofing Sheets on the Quality of Harvested Rainwater in Jalingo Metropolis

Bingong Ishaku Hamidu, Nasuwa Yusuf, Adamu Abubakar, Oboyi Matthew Echeofun & Pigweh Isa Amos · Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences · 2025

This study examines the impact of rusted roofing sheets on the quality of harvested rainwater, addressing its chemical composition, microbial contamination, and potential health risks. Rainwater harvesting is a crucial water source in many regions, but contamination from rusted m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajocs/2025/v15i4378

Synthesis and Physicochemical Characterization of Acid- and Base-Activated Carbon Derived from Black Plum Seed Shells

Buhari Magaji, Nasiru Yahaya Pindiga, Asmau Gurama, Adamu Abubakar & Michael Emmanuel · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2026

Biomass-derived activated carbon offers several advantages over traditional sources, including low cost, renewability, and reduced environmental footprint. A wide range of agricultural residues such as rice husk, coconut shells, corn cobs, and palm kernel shells have been success...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2026/v17i2393

Eco-friendly Synthesis and Adsorptive Performance of ZnO/CuO and MnO/CuO Bimetallic Nanoparticles for Heavy Metal Removal from Aqueous Solutions

Nasiru Y. Pindiga, Wilson L. Danbature, Olajumoke Oluade & Adamu Abubakar · Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences · 2026

This study reports the green synthesis, characterization, and adsorptive performance of ZnO/CuO and MnO/CuO bimetallic nanoparticles for the removal of heavy metals from aqueous solutions. The nanoparticles were synthesized using Anacardium occidentale (cashew leaf) extract as a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajocs/2026/v16i1425