A Review of Mycotic Contaminants of Books and Vegetables in Some Oil and Gas Producing Areas in Nigeria
Abstract
This review evaluates the range of mycotic contaminants found on books, vegetables, and other materials in selected oil and gas producing areas in Nigeria. Mycotic contaminants, which include lower fungi such as yeasts and molds, are known to infest various substrates, including library materials and agricultural produce, causing significant detrimental effects. The study reveals that mycotic contamination is prevalent across almost all types of book materials used in libraries and commonly consumed vegetables. Notable vegetables frequently affected include Vernonia amygdalina (bitter leaf), Talinum triangulare (water leaf), and Telfairia occidentalis (pumpkin). Fungal contaminants were predominantly isolated from the surfaces of books and other library materials. The primary genera identified were Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, and Penicillium, with Aspergillus species being the most prevalent and Penicillium the least. The presence of these fungal contaminants poses potential health risks and contributes to the deterioration of educational resources, highlighting a significant challenge in oil and gas producing communities.
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