Stephen Bitrus Balami

Infectious Bovine Keratoconjunctivitis in a Calf: A Case Report on Successful Therapeutic Management

Esther Solomon Mshelia, Stephen Bitrus Balami & Ijeoma Chekwube Chukwudi · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2026

This case report describes the successful management of Infectious Bovine Keratoconjunctivitis (IBK) in an 8-month-old male calf weighing 300 kg presenting with conjunctival inflammation, blepharospasm, excessive lacrimation, and corneal clouding. Following bacteriological examin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2026/v9i1398

Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Escherichia coli in Fresh and Ready-to-Eat Camel Meat from Maiduguri Central Abattoir, Nigeria

Juliana James Ndahi, Stephen Bitrus Balami, Jallailudeen Rabana Lawal, Barka John, Jubrilla Magaji & Muhammad Abubakar Sadiq · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Camel meat has gained popularity in Nigeria because of its perceived nutritional benefits and cultural significance. However, concerns about meat safety, particularly regarding foodborne pathogens such as Escherichia coli (E. coli), have arisen. This study assessed the prevalence...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i3372

Incidence of Uterine Infection and Their Antimicrobial Resistant Pattern in Camel (Camelus dromedaries) Slaughtered at Maiduguri Central Abattoir

Jashilagari Stephen, Ismail Saleh Musa, Stephen Bitrus Balami, Suleiman Omeiza Asuku, Rahmatu Ibrahim Ali, Abubakar Sadiq Lawan, Francis Enenche Ejeh & Mohammed Ali · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2025

Uterine bacterial infections are a significant reproductive health issue in camels, leading to reduced conception rates, increased risk of pregnancy loss, and infertility. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility pattern of uterine bacterial...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2025/v8i2338