Publications

Academic Contributions

Scholarly Publications & Research

Over three decades of peer-reviewed scientific contributions in Entomology, Pest Management, Biosafety, and Biorisk Assessment.

Maiden Inaugural Lecture
1. Lessons From Ants: Odyssey of an Insect Hunter
Denloye, Abiodun A. (2026). First Inaugural Lecture, Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH), delivered 17th February 2026, 94pp.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
2. Diversity and Distribution of Ants (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Across Three Ecosystems in Lagos, Nigeria
Jimorh, B. O., Kemabonta, K. K., Ezeobiora, I. B., Gomez, K., Denloye, A. A., Alafia, A. O., Ashade, A. O., Ajelara, A. O., Godonu, K. B. A., & Othapo, P. N. (2026). African Ecology, 64: e70215.
http://doi.org/10.1111/aje.70215
Peer-Reviewed Journal
3. Activity of Garlic (Allium sativum) Bulb Against Bacterial Isolates from Body Wash of American Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) From Lagos, Nigeria
Denloye, A. A., Adetunji, B. H., Oke, S., Babaniyi, P. I., Ezun, S. I., Ajose, A. R., & Oyefolu, A. O. B. (2025). GET Journal of Biosecurity and One Health, 4 (1).
https://doi.org/10.36108/gjoboh/5202.40.0110
Peer-Reviewed Journal
4. Tick Infestation in the Local Breed of Dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) in Lagos, Nigeria and Implications on Babesiosis
Ojuromi, Oladele T., Alafia, Azeezat O., Ajelara, Kafayat O., Oluwo, Ridwan B., Shaibu, Joseph, Adeogun, Adedapo, Oyeniyi, Tolulope, Adetunji, Bamidele S., Godonu, Kolawole G., Oyefolu, Akeeb B., & Denloye, Abiodun A. (2025). Nigerian Journal of Entomology, 41 (1): 165–174.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
5. A Report of Morphometric Variation of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus in Lagos State, Nigeria
Alafia, A. O., Ajelara, K. O., Giwa, A. O., Ogun, M. L., Olasope, M. A., Adetunji, B. S., Diyaolu, Z. O., Oyeniyi, T. A., Adams, A. D., Owoeye, A. S., Aleem, H. A., Raji, A. K., Giwa, Z. O. A., Roleola, O. K., & Denloye, A. A. (2025). Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies, 13 (6): 201–210.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
6. Perception, Prevalence and Diversity of Ectoparasites of Some Domestic Animals in Lagos State, Nigeria
Alafia, Azeezat Oyindamola, Ajelara, Kafayat Oluwakemi, Godonu, Kolawole Gbemavo, Adetunji, Bamidele Halimah, Jimoh, Marufa Idowu, Reis, Anthony Gbolahan, & Denloye, Akinpelu Abiodun (2022). Animal Research International, 19 (3): 4595–4603.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
7. Ovicidal and Larvicidal Activities of n-Hexane Extract of Murraya paniculata L. Leaves Against Aedes aegypti
Alafia, A. O., Ajelara, K. O., Reis, G. A., Olayeri, A. A., & Denloye, A. A. (2022). Asian Journal of Research in Zoology, 5 (2): 32–42.
https://doi.org/10.9734/AJRIZ/2022/v5i230136
Peer-Reviewed Journal
8. Comparative Repellency of Selected Plants to Adult Anopheles gambiae Complex Giles in the Laboratory
Ajelara, K. O., Alafia, A. O., Denloye, A. A., & Matanmi, O. S. (2022). Annual Research & Review in Biology, 37 (7): 18–24.
https://doi.org/10.9734/arrb/2022/v37i730518
Peer-Reviewed Journal
9. Health Conditions of Landfill Workers, Lagos State, Nigeria
Akparorue, O. Samson, Denloye, Abiodun A., & Ajelara, Oluwakemi O. (2020). Journal of Health and Medical Sciences, 3 (4): 466–477.
https://doi.org/10.31014/aior.1994.03.04.141
Peer-Reviewed Journal
10. Strategic Harmonization of Training on Biosecurity for Laboratories in the ECOWAS Region
Abayomi, Akinola Emmanuel, Denloye, Abiodun Akinpelu, Diagne, Rokhaya, et al. (2020). MDPI Proceedings, 45 (1): 12.
https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2020045012
Peer-Reviewed Journal
11. Introduction to Biosafety and Biosecurity
Denloye, Abiodun A., Oyefolu, Akeeb O. Bola, Akinyemi, Kabiru O., Ajelara, Kafayat O., & Alafia, Azeezat O. (2020). Studies in Philosophy, Science and Environment, CGNS, Lagos State University, pp. 211–215.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
12. Biosafety Knowledge, Waste Disposal Practices and Identification of Parasites in Biomedical Wastes from Healthcare Establishments in Lagos and Abuja, Nigeria
Denloye, Abiodun A., Ojuromi, Oladele T., Ochei, Kingsley, & Ade-Serrano, Elizabeth O. (2019). Animal Research International, 16 (1): 3144–3150.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
13. Toxicity of Powder and Ethanolic Extracts of Uvaria chamae (Annonaceae) Bark on Selected Stored Product Insect Pests
Negbenebor, H. E., Makanjuola, W. A., Denloye, A. A., & Nura, S. (2018). African Journal of Biotechnology, 17 (11): 350–355.
https://doi.org/10.5897/AJB2017.16257
Peer-Reviewed Journal
14. Toxicity of Smoke from Pelletized Leaf Powder and Essential Oil of Hyptis suaveolens L.Poit Wild Spikenard Against Anopheles gambiae Giles 1902
Ajelara, K. O., Denloye, A. A., Alafia, A. O., Awusinu, K., Bajulaiye, A. A., & Muse, W. A. (2018). Nigerian Journal of Entomology, 34: 61–68.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
15. Evaluation of Unorthodox Preparations and Their Comparative Efficacy Relative to Orthodox Insecticides Against Household Insects in Lagos
Denloye, Akinpelu Abiodun, Ajelara, Kafayat Oluwakemi, Alafia, Oyindamola Azeezat, Babalola, O. Oluwaseun, Bajulaiye, A. Albert, Okoh, O. Hillary, & Dike, I. Patrick (2017). International Journal of Entomological Research, 5 (2): 43–51.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
16. Predicting Post Mortem Interval Using Discriminant Function Analysis of the Succession Pattern of Necrophagous Insects
Alafia, A. O., Anikwe, J. C., Denloye, A. A., Ajelara, K. O., Makanjuola, W. A., & Awosanya, T. (2017). Nigerian Journal of Entomology, 33: 61–69.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
17. Occurrence of Orthetrum abbotti Calvert 1892 (Odonata; Libellulidae) and Intraguild Predation on Clarias gariepinus and Oreochromis niloticus Fries in Lagos Fish Farms
Denloye, A. A., Alafia, O. A., Ajelara, K. O., Babalola, O. O., Dosumu, O. A., Owodeinde, F. G., & Solomon, O. O. (2016). International Journal of Aquatic Biology, 4 (5): 325–329.
https://doi.org/10.22034/ijab.v4i5.219
Peer-Reviewed Journal
18. Toxicity of Seed Powder and Extracts of Jatropha curcas to Three Storage Beetles
Negbenebor, H. E., Makanjuola, W. A., & Denloye, A. A. (2016). Journal of Tropical Biosciences, 11: 22–30.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
19. Insecticidal Activity of Petroleum Ether Extract and Essential Oil from Guinea Hen Weed, Petiveria alliacea L. Against Anopheles gambiae
Denloye, A. A., Ajelara, O. K., Alafia, O. A., Olowu, R. A., & Makanjuola, W. A. (2015). NSUK Journal of Science and Technology, 5 (2): 11–15.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
20. Heavy Metals in Some Termite Species and Their Nests in Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria
Denloye, Abiodun A., Abdulsalam, L., Bakre, S., Ajelara, Oluwakemi, & Olowu, R. (2015). Animal Research International, 12 (2): 2178–2183.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
21. Potential Toxic Metal Concentrations in Frequently Consumed Leafy Vegetables from Markets and Farmlands Along Owode-Seme Border, Nigeria
Olowu, Rasaq A., Eruola, A. O., Denloye, Abiodun A., Lawal, Oladipo A., & Akerele, Aliu (2015). Resources and Environment, 5 (5): 152–158.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
22. Insects Infesting Selected Vegetables in Lagos and the Control of Infestation on Celosia argentea L. with Two Plant Oils
Denloye, Abiodun A., Makinde, Olubunmi S. C., Ajelara, Kafayat O., Alafia, Azeezat O., Oiku, Ebosele A., Dosumu, Olanrewaju A., Makanjuola, Winifred A., & Olowu, Rasaq A. (2014). International Journal of Pure and Applied Zoology, 2 (3): 187–195.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
23. Assessment of Proximate and Mineral Status of Larval Rhinoceros Beetle, Oryctes rhinoceros Linnaeus 1758 from Itoikin, Lagos State, Nigeria
Olowu, R. A., Moronkola, B. A., Tovide, O. O., Denloye, A. A., Awokoya, K. N., Sunday, C. E., & Olujimi, O. O. (2012). Research Journal of Environmental Sciences, 6 (3): 118–124.
https://doi.org/10.3923/rjes.2012.118.124
Peer-Reviewed Journal
24. Pollution Status of Brewery Sewage Sludge in Lagos, Nigeria
Olowu, R. A., Osundiya, M. O., Onwordi, C. T., Denloye, A. A., Okoro, C. G., Tovide, O. O., Majolagbe, A. O., Omoyeni, O. A., & Moronkola, B. A. (2012). International Journal for Research and Review in Applied Sciences, 10 (1): 20–24.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
25. Heavy Metals in Oreochromis niloticus, Ictalurus punctatus and Bottom Sediments from Lagos Lagoon Proximal to Egbin Power Plant, Ijede, Ikorodu
Olowu, R. A., Onwordi, C. T., Denloye, A. A., Osundiya, M. O., Adebayo, N. O., Owolabi, M. S., Tovide, O. O., Moronkola, B. A., Omoyeni, O. A., & Ajuwon, O. R. (2012). Research Journal of Environmental and Earth Sciences, 4 (3): 237–243.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
26. Preliminary Assessment of Anthropogenic Impact on Some Ecological Components of Abesan River, Lagos, Nigeria
Agboola, Julius I. & Denloye, Abiodun A. B. (2011). Journal of Water Resources and Protection, 3: 98–104.
https://doi.org/10.4236/jwarp.2011.32011
Peer-Reviewed Journal
27. Larvicidal Activity of the Essential Oil from Phyllanthus amarus Sch. et Thonn (Euphorbiaceae) Against Three Species of Mosquitoes
Oyewole, I. O., Moronkola, D. O., Ogunwande, I. A., Okoh, B., Ibidapo, C. A., Denloye, A. A. B., Ogunnowo, A. A., & Adedayo, N. (2010). Der Pharmacia Lettre, 2 (6): 136–141.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
28. Toxicity of Powder and Extracts from Zanthoxylum zanthoxyloides Lam Root Bark from Nigeria Against Three Storage Beetles
Denloye, A. A., Makanjuola, W. A., Ajelara, O., Akinlaye, O., Olowu, R. A., & Lawal, O. A. (2010). Julius-Kühn-Archiv, 425: 832–838.
https://doi.org/10.5073/jka.2010.425.187
Peer-Reviewed Journal
29. Bioactivity of Powder and Extracts from Garlic (Allium sativum) and Spring Onion (Allium fistulosum) Against Callosobruchus maculatus on Cowpea Seeds
Denloye, A. Abiodun (2010). Psyche: A Journal of Entomology, Vol. 2010, Article ID 958348.
https://doi.org/10.1155/2010/958348
Peer-Reviewed Journal
30. Toxicity of Chenopodium ambrosioides Products from Nigeria Against Three Storage Insects
Denloye, A. A., Makanjuola, W. A., Teslim, O. K., Alafia, A. O., Kasali, A. A., & Eshilokun, A. O. (2010). Journal of Plant Protection Research, 50 (3): 379–384.
https://doi.org/10.2478/v10045-010-0064-7
Peer-Reviewed Journal
31. Insecticidal Activity of Petroleum Ether Extract and Essential Oil of Chenopodium ambrosioides L. Against Anopheles gambiae
Denloye, A. A., Ajelara, Oluwakemi K., Olowu, Rasak A., Eshilokun, Adeolu, & Makanjuola, W. A. (2009). Acta Entomologica Sinica, 52 (8): 923–928.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
32. Assessment of the Efficacy of Actellic and Sumithion in Protecting Grains from Insect Infestation During Storage
Denloye, A. A., Teslim, K. O., Negbenebor, H., & Makanjuola, W. A. (2008). Journal of Entomology, 5 (1): 24–30.
https://doi.org/10.3923/je.2008.24.30
Peer-Reviewed Journal
33. Aspects of the Ecology and Fishes of Badagry Creek, Nigeria
Agboola, J. I., Anetekhai, M. A., & Denloye, A. A. (2008). Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Science, 3 (3): 184–194.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
34. Insecticidal Effects of Tephrosia vogelii Hook Leguminosae Leaf Powder and Extracts on Sitophilus zeamais, Callosobruchus maculatus and Tribolium castaneum
Denloye, A. A., Makanjuola, W. A., Don-Pedro, K. N., & Negbenebor, H. E. (2007). Nigerian Journal of Entomology, 24: 94–97.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
35. Insecticidal and Repellency Effects of Smoke from Plant Pellets With or Without D-Allethrin 90 EC Against Three Medical Insects
Denloye, A. A. B., Teslim, K. O., & Fasasi, A. O. (2006). Journal of Entomology, 3: 9–15.
https://doi.org/10.3923/je.2006.9.15
Peer-Reviewed Journal
36. Potency of Four Synthetic Insecticide Formulations Against the Adult Common Cockroach (Periplaneta americana) in the Laboratory
Denloye, A. A. B., Teslim, K. O., & Adekoje, J. A. (2004). Research Communications in Animal Science, 1 (2): 4–9.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
37. Comparative Insecticidal Effects of Raid and Mortein Formulations on Mosquitoes (Anopheles gambiae) and Cockroaches (Periplaneta americana)
Denloye, A. A. B., Teslim, K. O., Ogundele, O., Abe, Y. A., & Makanjuola, W. A. (2004). Journal of Research and Review in Science, 3: 82–89.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
38. Trace Heavy Metals in Millipedes Pachybolus ligulatus Voges; Diplopoda from Dumpsites in Lagos State, Nigeria
Alegbe, M. J., Adeniyi, A. A., Okedeyi, O. O., & Denloye, A. A. (2004). Advances in Environmental Sciences, 1 (3): 33–37.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
39. Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury in Fresh and Boiled Leafy Vegetables Grown in Lagos, Nigeria
Bakare, S., Denloye, A. A. B., & Olaniyan, O. (2004). Environmental Technology, 25 (1): 1–4.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
40. Toxicity and Repellent Effects of Crude Aqueous Extracts of Garlic (Allium sativum) on Larval and Adult Anopheles Mosquitoes
Denloye, A., Makanjuola, W. A., & Babalola, O. O. (2003). African Entomology, 11 (2): 287–290.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
41. Insecticidal Promise of Plant Natural Terpenoids for the Control of Insect Pests of Stored Grains in the 21st Century
Denloye, A. A. B. & Makanjuola, W. A. (2001). Journal of Research and Review in Science, 2: 271–288.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
42. Nutritional Quality of the Larvae of Rhinoceros Beetle, Oryctes rhinoceros (Coleoptera; Curculionidae) from Lagos
Ayejuyo, O. O., Olowu, R. A., Denloye, A. A. B., & Dosunmu, N. O. (2001). Nigerian Journal of Research and Review in Science, 2: 238–241.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
43. Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) and Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Values of Some Petrochemicals
Olowu, R. A., Ayejuyo, O. O., & Denloye, A. A. B. (2001). Nigerian Journal of Research and Review in Science, 2: 242–243.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
44. Palmar Dermatoglyphic Features of Two Indigenous Ethnic Groups of Lagos State, Nigeria
Denloye, A. A. (1998). Journal of Prospects in Science, 2: 313–321.
Peer-Reviewed Journal
45. Evaluation of Crude Aqueous Extracts of Onion (Allium cepa) and Garlic (A. sativum) for Control of Cowpea Weevils and Maize Weevils
Denloye, A. A. & Makanjuola, W. A. (1997). Journal of Prospects in Science, 1 (1): 22–28.
Book & Chapter
46. Introduction to Common Arthropods (Vol. 1 / First Edition)
Denloye, A. Abiodun (2011). Laniwun Ventures Ltd., Lagos, Nigeria. 120pp.
Book & Chapter
47. Use of Entomogenous Fungi in Controlling Insect Pests
Denloye, A. Abiodun, Bajulaye, A. Ajayi, & Adegorite, O. Solomon (2022). Contemporary Issues in Science, Human Kinetics, Health and General Education, pp. 34–42.
Book & Chapter
48. Introduction to Biosafety and Biosecurity
Denloye, Abiodun A., Ayefolu, Akeeb Bola, Akinyemi, Kabir O., Ajelara, Kafayat O., & Alafia, Azeezat O. (2020). Studies in Philosophy, Science and Environment, CGNS, Lagos State University, pp. 211–215.
Conference Proceedings
49. Studies on the Insecticidal Effects of Allium cepa and Allium sativum on Sitophilus zeamais (Maize Weevil)
Denloye, A. A. B., Adepoju, F., & Ajibade, M. A. (2000). Proceedings of the 18th Annual Conference of the Nigerian Institute of Science and Technology, Ibadan.

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