Evaluation of microbial quality of grilled foods sold at roadside in Calabar metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria

*1Inyang, A. N., 2Agiang, M. A., 2Mgbang, J. E., 2Arikpo, O. O., 2Ottoho, E. O., and 2Eze, D. E.

1Department of Biochemistry, Arthur Jarvis University, Akpabuyo, Nigeria

2Department of Biochemistry, University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria

*Correspondence to: aniekemeinyang39@gmail.com; Mobile: +234(0)813 566 8258

Abstract:

Background: Roadside foods are central parts of culinary custom in many African countries. In addition to their dietary importance, they contribute immensely to the national and economic values of a nation. However, the growing incidence of food-borne illnesses in relation to the roadside foods is a great concern. Hence, this study assessed the microbial quality of grilled foods sold at roadside in Calabar metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria.      Continue reading “Evaluation of microbial quality of grilled foods sold at roadside in Calabar metropolis, Cross River State, Nigeria”