Bacterial Examination of Rice Sold in Fast Food Centres in Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti.

Student: Ojima Suleman (Project, 2025)
Department of Microbiology
Bamidele Olumilua University of Edu. Science and Tech. Ikere Ekiti, Ekiti State

Abstract

ABSTRACTThe presence of bacteria in jollof rice sold in fast food centers in Bouesti was examined. Five jollof rice samples each was obtained from 5 randomly selected fast food centers. To ensure confidentiality, the five fast food centers were denoted with alphabet A, B, C, D, and E. the total counts of the various jollof rice sample from different fast food centers Were determined. The total count ranged from 3.2x10⁴ CFU/g to 4.48x10⁴ CFU/g with The highest incidence seen in jollof rice sample sold in collection point C. Bacteria Pathogens such as Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella spp, Shigella spp, Bacillus cereus, and identified using their morphological, biochemical characteristics. These results highlight the need for improved hygiene practices and handling procedures In fast food centers to reduce the risk of bacterial contamination.Keywords: Food Safety and Hygiene; Foodborne organisms; Contamination; jollof rice

Keywords
Food Safety and Hygiene; Foodborne organisms; Contamination; jollof rice
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