Volume 16, Number 2, Year 2025

Abakaliki women generally identify in three major occupations, which are stone crushing, meat selling and market dealings. Every occupation plays a significant role in determining an individual’s level of physical activity, and this impacts their overall health. The aim of this study was to comp...

Morgue workers in resource-limited settings face hazards, with the availability of personal protective equipment, risk exposure, and safety training as key determinants of safety. This study employed a descriptive, cross-sectional survey design to systematically evaluate the availability of pers...

Every orthopedic procedure requires the restoration of normal limb anatomy, function, and prevention of rotational malalignment. This can be predicted using indices on the lesser trochanter (LT), as it shows geographical and racial variations. No unified morphological classification system for L...

Stature estimation is a fundamental component of human identification in forensic anthropology, particularly in cases of fragmented remains, natural disasters, or mass casualties. Anthropometric methods provide a reliable means of predicting stature from body dimensions. This study examined the ...

Sensory information for vision is transmitted from the eye (retina) through the optic nerves to other brain regions, in mammalian species including rodents. The Cricetomys gambianus (African giant rat, AGRs) share several structural morphological similarities with higher mammals including huma...

The widespread neurotoxic impact of lead (Pb) continues to pose a threat to global health, primarily due to its ability to disrupt oxidative balance and induce neuroinflammatory effects. In response, the need for natural therapeutic agents is pressing. Honey is a well-known natural product with ...

Nigeria is currently facing severe security challenges, often resulting in dismembered bodies that are difficult to identify due to limited relevant data and guiding research. This study evaluated the radiogrammetric features of the femur and humerus to estimate Body Mass Index (BMI) in a Yoruba...

The interaction between molecules of gametes is intricate, as fertilization is a highly regulated process in humans. With recent breakthroughs in molecular biology, it has become possible to investigate these events in unprecedented detail, though some mechanistic steps remain unclear. This syst...

Underweight among children and suboptimal exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) remain two prevalent public health issues in developing and low to middle-income countries like Nigeria. Traditional statistical techniques have limitations in modelling complex relationships among maternal sociodemographi...

This study evaluated the effects of anthocyanin fractionates from maize seed (Zea mays) extracts on the microanatomy of the testes and Epididymis of male Albino Wistar rats. Twenty-one (21) adult male Wistar rats were assigned to 3 groups randomly (n = 7). Group 1 (control) received water and fo...

Managing diabetes and its complications, including infertility, necessitates crucial approaches such as dietary and lifestyle modifications. Research has shown that diabetic men face a heightened risk of reproductive dysfunction compared to their non-diabetic counterparts. This study investigate...

Arsenic trioxide (As2O3) exposure remains a major public health concern due to its hepatotoxic effects, which are largely mediated by oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptosis. Natural bioactive compounds such as Fisetin, a flavonoid found in strawberries, apples, onions, and cucumbers, and ...

Dermatoglyphics, the study of dermal ridge patterns, remains a valuable tool for understanding genetic variation and population-specific characteristics. This study investigates the frequency distribution and sexual dimorphism of fingerprint pattern indices among Hausa populations in Kano and Za...

The study aimed at testing the null hypothesis that body mass index (BMI) is not associated with higher risk of prehypertension. This was a cross-sectional study of a group of workers enrolled in a part-time degree program at Bayero University Kano, Kano State Nigeria. Body weight was measured u...

Alpha-synucleinopathy, characterized by the abnormal clumping of alpha-synuclein, is associated with neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's disease. Lead, a widespread environmental contaminant, intensifies oxidative stress and promotes alpha-synuclein aggregation. Oleanolic acid (OA), a ...

The liver performs many vital functions to eliminate toxins and harmful substances from the body. Hepatotoxic agents can react with basic cellular components and consequently induce almost all types of liver lesions. This study aimed to investigate the possible hepatoprotective role of sesame oi...

Diabetes is linked to cognitive decline via cholinergic neurodegeneration, and while neuronal loss cannot yet be halted, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors remain central to therapy. Glibenclamide, an antidiabetic sulfonylurea, was recently reported to potently inhibit acetylcholinesterase in vitro...

Cardiothoracic ratio (CTR) is a simple, affordable, and non-invasive radiographic measure used to estimate the heart size, particularly useful in settings with limited access to advanced diagnostic tools. Ethnic and age-related factors can influence thoracic and cardiac morphology, yet data on...

This study examined the protective effects of honey on permethrin-induced hepatotoxicity in adult male Wistar rats. Forty Wistar rats were divided into four groups: Group A (control) received 0.1 ml of normal saline, Group B (permethrin only) was administered permethrin at 1000 mg/kg, Group C (h...

The relationship between human genetic diversity and ethnicity is a complex and multifaceted subject that offers insights into human history, migration patterns, and biological variation. Genetic diversity is significantly greater within ethnic groups than between them, with approximately 85-90%...

Religiosity and spirituality promote good mental health and prevent mental illness but can sometimes become risk factors for substance abuse. This study aimed to assess the associations between religiosity, spirituality and psychoactive substance use among in-school adolescents in Ilorin. The da...

Accurate stature estimation is a critical component of human identification in forensic, medical, and anthropological contexts, particularly in situations involving mass disasters and fragmented remains. Body dimensions have been widely applied in stature prediction, given their relative robustn...