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Emerging challenges in aquaculture: Current perspectives and human health implications M. Oghenebrorhie Ruben, A. Bolanle Akinsanola, M. Ekemini Okon, Teslim Shitu, I. Iretomiwa Jagunna Veterinary World, 2025 Aquaculture, the cultivation of aquatic organisms for human consumption, has become an essential contributor to global food security. However, it faces numerous challenges that threaten its sustainability and capacity to meet the growing demand for animal protein. This review investigates these challenges, with a particular focus on environmental degradation, public health risks, and ethical dilemmas posed by genetic interventions in fish breeding. Despite the promise of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in enhancing fish production, their integration into aquaculture remains controversial due to potential risks and unresolved ethical questions. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of these pressing issues and propose pathways for sustainable aquaculture development. With the global population increasing and the demand for animal protein intensifying, aquaculture holds great potential as a sustainable food source. However, its contribution to global protein demand remains minimal, projected to decline to as low as 4% in the coming decades. Furthermore, aquaculture’s environmental impact, including pollution of water bodies and ecosystem disruption, poses serious threats to biodiversity and public health. Addressing these challenges is critical for ensuring the long-term viability of aquaculture. By exploring the intersection of sustainability, ethics, and innovation, this review provides valuable insights for policymakers, industry stakeholders, and researchers seeking to advance sustainable aquaculture practices. This study aims to evaluate the current state of aquaculture and identify key challenges related to environmental sustainability, public health, and ethical considerations. It seeks to explore the potential of sustainable practices and genetic interventions to address these challenges while balancing the need for increased production and societal acceptance. The ultimate goal is to offer practical recommendations for fostering a resilient and ethical aquaculture industry capable of meeting future global food demands. Keywords: antibiotic resistance, aquaculture effluent, eutrophication, food safety, genetic engineering.
Effect of Whole Allium cepa Linn. Bulb Slurry on Haematological and Biochemical Components of Clarias gariepinus Juveniles Oghenebrorhie M. Oghenochuko, Olubukola T. Adenubi, Olusola L. Ajayi, Fakilahyel M. Mshelbwala, Johnny O. Olukunle, Samson A. Rahman, Godfrey N.O. Ezeri Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 2024 1Animal Science Department, Landmark University, PMB1001, Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria. 2Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, PMB 2240, Ogun State, Nigeria. 3College of Veterinary Medicine, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, PMB 2240, Ogun State, Nigeria. 4Landmark University SDG 2, Landmark University Omu-Aran, Kwara State, Nigeria Article Information Received 28 August 2020 Revised 10 February 2022 Accepted 29 March 2022 Available online 30 January 2023 (early access)
Heavy Metal Burden and Health Risk Assessment of Fresh, Frozen and Smoked Fish from a Local Market in Southwest Nigeria Oghenebrorhie Mavis Oghenochuko, Kehinde O. Kehinde, A. O. Adigun, G. N. O. Ezeri Pakistan Journal of Analytical and Environmental Chemistry, 2022 Heavy metals load in fish environment and fish products had been an issue of public concern. The burden of some heavy metals in fresh tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), frozen Herring (Clupea harengus), smoked herring, and associated risk to man was investigated. Atomic absorption spectrometry was used to determine metal concentrations. Standard risk measurement indices [daily metal intake (DMI), hazard quotient (HQ), and health risk index (HRI)] were used. Levels of Mn and Fe were significantly different (p<0.05) among the fish species, while the burden of other metals was low to not detected in the samples. The level of Cu (0.11±0.04), Zn (2.51±0.82), and Fe (8.72±4.41) were recorded in the bones of smoked herrings, while the highest levels of Mg were recorded in fresh tilapia. Gills recorded significantly (p<0.05) high levels of Mg (1.16±0.02), Fe (14.92±0.53), Cu (0.10±0.00), and Zn (1.35±0.04). The muscle of the frozen herring records the highest burden of these metals. Mn, Fe, Cu, and Cd revealed the highest HRI in all fish samples and age categories, especially for nine years old and below children. In conclusion, health fish indicators revealed that Mn, Fe, Cu, and Cd pose a risk to the populace and, with long time consumption, can do more damage to consumers, especially frozen herring.
Antimicrobial potentials of mucus mucin from different species of giant African land snails on some typed culture pathogenic bacteria F. A. Okeniyi, Oghenebrorhie Mavis Oghenochuko, S.O. Olawoye, R.A. Animashahun, A. G. Adeyonu, et al. Asian Journal of Agriculture and Biology, 2022 The study aims at evaluating the antibacterial activities of mucus mucin from three species of the giant African land snails; Archachatina marginata, Achatina achatina, and Achatina fulica. Snail slime was collected from forty-five snails comprising the three species of snails from the southwestern region of Nigeria. The antibacterial potential and bacteria growth rate (in hours) of the mucus mucin were determined using agar well diffusion method and liquid broth. Acetic acid (acid), ammonium bicarbonate (alkaline), and water (aqueous) were each used to extract the slime. The result showed that mucus secretions from the three snail species differed in color, degree of the sliminess, and volume. Snail mucus extract had antimicrobial effects on gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. The inhibitory effects of mucus extracts differed depending on the treatment method and storage time, with acid extracts having a higher inhibitory capacity regardless of snail species or storage time. A. marginata's mucus secretions had a stronger antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis when compared to mucus from A. achatina and A. fulica. The zone of inhibition of the mucus mucin in solid agar ranged between 24.0-19.5mm for A. marginata and ranged between 21.0-17.5mm and 21.0-15.0mm for A. achatina and A. fulica, within 2-72 storage hours). Mucus mucin seems to lose its antibacterial potential with time; however, the antibacterial capability of the giant African snail species could provide the muchneeded solution to antibiotic resistance.
Endo and ecto parasite prevalence and abundance in some fish species from Akomoje, Ogun river South-West Nigeria Oghenebrorhie Mavis Oghenochuko, Onyenoro G. N. Ezeri, Irewole M. Takeet, Festus I. Adeosun, Ismail Disu, Chidinma F. Ogbia Malaysian Journal of Science, 2020 Parasites are the second most abundant microorganisms that infect and cause disease in wild and cultured fish after bacteria. The study investigated the parasite prevalence, abundance, mean intensity and dominance in some fresh water fish from Akomoje, Ogun River, Nigeria from February to May, 2016. Eight fish species were collected and identified to the species level. Experimental fish were measured and weighed. Endoand ectoparasites were examined for; from Skin/scale, dorsal and caudal fins, gills, intestine and stomach of fish. Water sample was collected from shore, mid and extreme of the landing site and also analysed for parasite abundance. Prevalence of parasite in all fish species varied slightly with size. Myxozoan group revealed the highest dominance of ectoand endo-parasites in virtually all fish species while mean intensity and abundance of Myxozoan spp. was highest in Oreochromis niloticus and Hemichromis fasciatus. Highest case of a single species of ectoand endo-parasite in a fish sample was that of Nematode larva in Chrysicthys nigrodigitatus (41.43 %) and Trichocerca sp. (Rotifera) in Mormyrus rume (52.9 %).Water analysis revealed three parasite groups that were present in the sampled fish. Conclusively, Akomoje landing site of Ogun River has a rich burden of parasites.
Diet composition and length-weight relationship of Tilapia Mariae in lower river Ogun, Akomoje water reservoir, Nigeria Adeosun, Festus Idowu, Ajiboye, Elijah Olusegun, Oghenochuko, Mavis Titilayo Oghenebrorhie, Omoniyi, Isaac Tunde Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, 2019 Some aspect of the biology of Tilapia mariae from lower River Ogun, Akomoje water reservoir with emphasis on its food habits were studied between the months of February and June. A total number of 100 fish specimens were collected on monthly basis from the landings of artisanal fishermen around the water body. The length and weight relationships and the well being of the species were investigated. The contents of their stomach were examined. Mean standard lengths of fish sample were ranged from 15.12±0.81cm in male while female ranged from 17.83±0.76. The species from this water body revealed negative allometry growth pattern. There was variation in condition factor (k) for both sexes. The well being of the females revealed better condition than the males in all months of study. The results of monthly variation in food items showed that Bacillariophyta, Chlorophyta, Cyanophyceae, Crustacean, Detritus, plant tissues, and unidentified food all occurred in varying quantities from February to June. Bacillariophyta (diatoms) appeared as the dominant food of Tilapia mariae accounting for 14.72% and 78.10% by number and occurrence. Cyanophyceae constituted 11.43% and 59.63% by number and occurrence and was second most important food item. Crustaceans occurred least in order of importance (2.34% in numbers and 27.12% in frequency of occurrence. The sex ratios of Tilapia mariae in the Reservoir was 1:3.12 (M:F), with highest abundance of females in March (1:3.17) and April showing the least 1:2.05 (M:F). The study concludes that there is large population of algae in the water body. It also confirms the herbivorous feeding habit of the species.
Morphometric and meristic features and length-weight relationship as indicators of quality of brycinus macrolepidotus in lower river ogun, Nigeria Adeosun F. Idowu, Idowu A. Adedoyin, Oghenochuko M. Titilayo, Adebowale A. Quddus, Adekoya O. Micheal Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, 2019 One Hundred And Eighty samples of True big-scale fish (Brycinus macrolepidotus Valenciennes, 1850) were collected bi-monthly from June – November, 2017, from River Ogun, Nigeria. Total length and body weight of all samples measured and samples were grouped based on length into sizes: juveniles (10-14.9 cm), sub-adults (15.1-19.9 cm), and adults (20.2-26.3 cm). Significant differences (p<0.05) were observed in the meristic characters in all the groups. Dorsal fin ray ranged from 7-9, pelvic fin ray 8-12, caudal fin ray 18-24, pectoral fin ray 7-12, anal ray 12-14 and dorsal spine 0-9 through the wet and dry season for all sizes. Length-Weight relationship for juveniles, sub-adult and adult sizes showed ‘a’, ‘b’ and ‘r’ values for juveniles as -0.82, 2.17 and 0.85, sub-adult as -0.38, 1.82 and 0.90 and adult as 0.44, 1.03 and 0.78 respectively. Mean condition factor recorded was 1.16±0.15, 1.39±0.13, and 2.17±0.59 for adult, sub-adult and juvenile respectively. Conclusively, B. macrolepidotus in this aquatic ecosystem could be in a good environment and quality as condition factor of all sizes were above 1.
Assessment of fecundity of Brycinus macrolepidotus in akomoje water reservoir, abeokuta, South West, Nigeria Ajiboye, Elijah Olusegun, Adeosun, Festus Idowu, Oghenochuko, Mavis Titilayo Oghenebrorhie Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, 2019 Overfishing and threat of extinction globally has been a topic of concern in the fisheries sub-sector over the years. This study assessed some aspect of the biology of Brycinus macrolepidotus in Akomoje reservoir, lower River Ogun, Nigeria. A total number of 838 fish specimens were collected bi-monthly for a nine month period from commercial catches using cast nets and long line. A total number of 51 mature female were selected for fecundity analysis which was limited to only sexually gravid female fish. Length and weight of experimental fish were measured. Data were subjected to analysis of variance (ANOVA), descriptive and inferential statistics. Correlation statistics was carried out to ascertain relationship between absolute and relative fecundity with length and weight of fish. Length and weight of experimental fish ranged between 14.5-39.4 cm and 938-1956 g. The relative fecundity ranged between 441 and 3,597 eggs with a mean of 1,702±0.16 eggs while absolute fecundity ranged from 5,838 to 39,208 eggs with a mean of 14,326±0.52 eggs. Strong positive relationship existed between total length and absolute fecundity (r= 0.74), and relative fecundity (r = 0.81). The reproductive potential of the species in this water body showed the ecological suitability of the species to its environments and to its thriving fisheries. The skewed sex ratio observed is an indication of threat to the species abundance in the lower River Ogun. Therefore, the habitat should be monitored towards sustainable methods of managing the stock in the reservoir.
Lethal doses and histopathological changes in liver and kidney of healthy clarias gariepinus sub-adult exposed to red allium cepa Linn. Bulb Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, 2019
Food and feeding habits and allometric relationship of synodontis schall in lower ogun river, akomoje, ogun state, Nigeria Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, 2017
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