Microbiological Quality of Some Selected Akamu Samples Sold in Some Areas of Kano Metropolis (A case study of Hotoro, Tarauni and Mariri)

The microbiological assessment of some akamu sample sold in some parts of Kano metropolis was determined. Two sample each from three selected location and homemade prepared sample (Control) was examined for microbial contamination using standard methods. The method included total aerobic, total fungi and coliform count. The result obtained showed that the samples were contaminated with various species of bacteria and fungi. The mean total bacteria count and the fungal count varied from 1.30 x 105 CFu/ml-1.82 x 105 CFu/ml and 1.30 x 105 CFu/ml -1.74 x 105 CFu/ml respectively. Coliform bacteria were confirmed present in all the three sample collection points. However the control had the least coliform count. The PH of the sample ranged from 3.91-3.96. The hygienic condition of the akamu selling point should be concern to the community because many residents that patronize them, therefore adequate preventive measures must be taken.