Unveiling the hidden threat: whole-genome sequencing of Ochrobactrum anthropi and Empedobacter brevis from vended foods and naira notes in Southwest Nigeria—implications for food safety and virulence

Abstract Background Foodborne illnesses remain a pressing public health issue, particularly in developing countries such as Nigeria, where food vendors often operate without adequate regulatory oversight. This study investigated the prevalence of Ochrobactrum anthropi and Empedobacter brevis in food...

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Main Authors: Aderonke Fayanju, Babayemi Oladejo, Ayodeji Osunla, Bamidele Akinyele
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2025-03-01
Series:Bulletin of the National Research Centre
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s42269-025-01311-9
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