Oiku M. Omofuma

Understanding Caregiver Readiness and Awareness of Malaria Vaccination for Children under-Five in a High-Burden Region

Onu S. Ngozi, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ojeh F. Golden, Enya Victor, Manoj Swetha, Uguru Precious O., Etomike Obianyo, Tolulope Ajayi, Adediran F. Damilola, Ideyi Chikezie, Eze Chibuike, Chioma M. Muotoh, Tamegnon Dévi M., Katerina Paraskevas, Chinaza Ekwueme, De-Nwigwe Chijindu B., Elujekwute M. Chinedu, Maduka Somtochi. M. & Akhaine J. Precious · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Background: The malaria vaccine has proven effective in preventing malaria alongside other preventive methods. This study aimed to assess caregiver knowledge, willingness, and barriers to malaria vaccination in a tertiary healthcare facility in southeast Nigeria. It also explored...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i71669

The Utilization of Antenatal and Maternity Services by Mothers Seeking Child Welfare Services in Alex Ekwueme Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria

Ojeh F. Golden, Oguwike David M., Nworie Chiamaka R., Ideyi Chikezie, Oiku M. Omofuma, Nwachukwu Ifeanyi, Onu S. Ngozi, Ewelugo Claire A., Oge S. Onwe, De-Nwigwe Chijindu B., Onumaru T. Nwiboko, Falade O. Modupe, Ibe Francis . N., Wontcheu N. E. Francine & Akhaine J. Precious · Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2025

Background: Maternal and child health has become a key indicator of both global and national well-being. This is due to the fact that pregnancy and successful childbirth directly affect every individual, family, and community at some stage in life. Nigeria is among the African na...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arjgo/2025/v8i1273

Breast Cancer among Women in Nigeria: Systematic Review of a 15-Year Prevalence Rate and a Situational Analysis

Akhaine J. Precious, Onu S. Ngozi, Dongo E. Naomi, Ayemoro O. Temitope, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ananwuna P. Nnagozie, Lebechi N. Opara, Madu, W. Chimezie, Okeke O.Daniel, Ighodaro T. Osazuwa, Ogedegbe S. Idemudia & Ozigbo F. Oziegbe · International Research Journal of Oncology · 2025

Introduction: Breast cancer is a growing menace to the world, especially in developing West Africa countries such as Nigeria. Its incidence in Nigeria has been rising and yet so many cases remain undocumented especially due to poor reportage and late presentation. A number of iss...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjo/2025/v8i1172

Correlation of Anthropometric Measurements and Cardiovascular Risk Factors among Medical Students in Ebonyi State University, Nigeria

Alo Stephen N., Onumaru T. Nwiboko, Nwodom F. Nwobodo, Uguru Precious O., Olatokun T. Philip, Ewelugo Claire A., Nwachukwu Ifeanyi, Onu S. Ngozi, Oiku M. Omofuma, Ojeh F. Golden, Oni Toluwani A., Ukoha Chinemerem. B., Ifeagwazi Paul-Alex, Igweze C. Onyekachukwu & Akhaine J. Precious · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2025

Background: Anthropometric measurement involves measurement of different parameters which include the height, weight and body mass index. These parameters helped in determining the risk factor associated with cardiovascular diseases. There is highly suspected association between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jammr/2025/v37i55843

Determinants of Adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy among HIV Patients in a Tertiary Healthcare Facility in Southeastern Nigeria

Iferikigwe, V. Chidera, Igwe Ebuka D., Ibegbunam Onyinye M., Ifede C. Jeremiah, Onu S. Ngozi, Ewelugo C. Amaechi, Uguru Precious, Ojeh F. Golden, Oiku M. Omofuma, Wontcheu N. E. Francine, Alo Stephen, Okereke Kingsley, Ideyi Chikezie, Oyiyechukwu Charles, Utah Francisca, Okechukwu Ogbonnaya & Akhaine J. Precious · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Background: HIV has been a significant public health challenge in Nigeria since its discovery. Effective anti-retroviral treatment requires high adherence levels, which remains a significant challenge with important implications. Aim: To determine the factors influencing the comp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i41642

Tuberculosis (Tb) Treatment Outcome in Enugu State Teaching Hospital Chest Clinic, Parklane: A 5-Year Retrospective Study

Okereke K. Chinedu, Okeke E. Ikechukwu, Okonkwo C. Obianuju, Adediran F. Damilola, Chiamaka Goodness Ujam, Muoneke J. N., Idris O. Khalilullah, Ogenyi.O.Comfort, Umeozulu J. Ifunanya, Onu S. Ngozi, Ojeh F. Golden, Oiku M. Omofuma, Oni Toluwani A., Dotun Timilehin Oyeniyi, Nnanna C. Ogoma, Uwakwe J. Arinze & Akhaine J. Precious · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) remains a serious global health challenge. Every year, it affects millions of people and is currently the leading cause of death from a single infectious agent surpassing even HIV. Several factors can influence the outcome of TB treatment, including...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i61666