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I. O. Ogbonna

Publications (9)

Antibiogram of Salmonella among Internally Displaced Persons in Selected States of North-Central Nigeria

M. I. Kuleve, I. O. Ogbonna, G. M. Gberikon & E. U. Umeh · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Salmonella infections remain a major public health concern in developing regions, particularly among vulnerable populations such as Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in North-Central Nigeria. However, there is limited location-specific data on antimicrobial susceptibility patte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2442

Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Prevalence of Vibrio cholerae among IDPs in North Central Nigeria

B. J. Yaakugh, I. O. Ogbonna, G. M. Gberikon & E. U. Umeh · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Cholera remains a significant public health concern in resource-limited settings, particularly among internally displaced persons (IDPs) who are exposed to poor sanitation, unsafe water, and overcrowded living conditions. This study investigates the prevalence and antimicrobial s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i1416

Effect of Controlled Fermentation of Ogiri, on the Nutritional Composition, Mineral Profile, and Sensory Acceptability Using Bacillus subtilis as Starter

J. S. Orsar, I. O. Ogbonna, G. M. Gberikon, B. V. Ado & O. O. Tanko · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

Ogiri is a traditional African fermented condiment made from oil-rich seeds such as melon (Citrullus vulgaris) or castor oil seeds (Ricinus communis), used as a flavouring in sauces and soups. This study investigated the fermentation characteristics, nutritional composition, mine...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i42023

Prevalence of Klebsiella pneumoniae in Diabetic Foot Wounds in Selected Health Facilities in Benue State, Nigeria

T. S. Iombor, E. U. Umeh, I. O. Ogbonna & G. M. Gberikon · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

This study investigated the prevalence of Klebsiella pneumoniae in Diabetic Foot Wounds in Selected Health Facilities across Three Senatorial Zones in Benue State, Nigeria. Diabetic foot wounds (DFWs) remain one of the most severe complications of diabetes mellitus, contributing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i1406

Molecular Identification and Antimicrobial Resistance Determinant of Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolate from Diabetic Foot Wounds in Benue State, Nigeria

T. S. Iombor, E. U. Umeh, I. O. Ogbonna & G. M. Gberikon · Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice · 2026

Diabetic foot wounds (DFWs) represent one of the most serious complications of diabetes mellitus and are frequently associated with bacterial infections that complicate treatment and increase the risk of amputation. Among the bacterial pathogens implicated in these infections, Kl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i1400

Effects of Host Blood on Fecundity and Longevity of Female Anopheles Mosquitoes

J. I. Chikwendu, A. Onekutu & I. O. Ogbonna · International Journal of Pathogen Research · 2019

Aim: The effect of Host blood on the fecundity of female Anopheles gambiae sensu lato mosquitoes was studied under normal conditions of 64±2% Relative Humidity and 27±2ºC Temperature. Methods: Three-five day old (F1) female Anopheles mosquitoes were transferred into wooden cages...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpr/2019/v3i230091

Association between Schistosoma mansoni Infection Rates in Humans and in Biomphalaria pfeifferi snails in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

J. I. Chikwendu, A. Onekutu, I. O. Ogbonna & E. U. Amuta · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2019

Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease of medical importance. Intestinal schistosomiasis caused by Schistosoma mansoni is less wide spread than urinary schistosomiasis in Nigeria. A study was carried out in Akwanga, Nasarawa State to determine the association between S....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2019/v5i1-230118

Bacteriocin Production by Lactobacillus plantarum NRIC 0383, Measured in Terms of Its Antagonistic Activity against Bacteria Pathogens of Selected Vegetables

T. A. Ihum, C. C. Iheukwumere, I. O. Ogbonna & G. M. Gberikon · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2019

This study was carried out to measure the optimum condition for Bacteriocin production by Lactobacillus plantarum. Bacteriocin production with the candidate bacterium Lactobacillus plantarum NRIC 0383) was optimized by varying the incubation temperature and adjusting the pH of th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2019/v27i630117

Antimicrobial Activity of Silver Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Goat Milk against Pathogens of Selected Vegetables

T. A. Ihum, C. C. Iheukwumere, I. O. Ogbonna & G. M. Gberikon · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2019

This study was carried out to determine the antimicrobial activity of silver nanoparticles synthesized using goat milk against pathogens of selected vegetables. Synthesis of Silver nanoparticles was done using Goat milk, and characterized using Ultra Violet-Visible absorption spe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2019/v25i430084