Samuel Bem Umma

Microbial Contamination and Insect Pest Infestation of Traditionally Smoked Fish Sold in Selected Markets in Makurdi, Nigeria: Implications for Post-harvest Quality and Food Safety

Athanasius Aondohemen Aende, Achussah Terwase Solomon, Amile Tersoo Jude, Oshimagye Michael Ibagye, Samuel Bem Umma & Donald Torsabo · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

This study investigated microbial contamination and insect pest infestation in smoked fish sourced from Wurukum and Wadata, two major retail fish markets in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State. Smoked fish remains an accessible source of animal protein in Nigerian markets; howeve...