Isolation, prevalence of bacteria and fungi from carcasses and different locations within Yola abattoir and antimicrobial resistance profile of Escherichia coli O157:H7

This study aimed to assess the prevalence of bacteria and fungi in Yola abattoirs and determine the antimicrobial resistance profile of E. coli O157:H7. A cross-sectional study collected 156 samples, with Pseudomonas being the most dominant bacterial species. The highest prevalence in fungi was recorded in Aspergillus flavus at 17.6%. The highest mean air-borne coliform count was in the Lairage. Out of 104 E. coli isolates, six were resistant to at least two antibiotics, while ciprofloxacin, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and tetracycline were effective against the six strains. The study suggests the need for modern facilities and hygiene training in Yola abattoirs.