Federal University Of Technology , Akure Research Articles

Sero-prevalence of Hepatitis E Virus in Some Domesticated Animals in Ekiti State, Nigeria

Aim: This study is aimed to determine the prevalence of Hepatitis E virus (HEV) total antibody in some domesticated animals in Ekiti State, Nigeria. Study Design: The study was a cross-sectional study conducted at Ekiti State, Nigeria. Place and Duration of the Study: The study was conducted at Ekiti State, Nigeria between October 2023 and January 2024. Sample testing and analysis of serological test were performed at Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. Methodology: 186 blood samples from four animal species were randomly collected. The serum samples were obtained from the following animals in the study area using the technique of venipuncture: dogs (n=56), pigs (n=29), sheep (n=59) and goat (n=42). Blood samples were collected and separated serum for testing of HEV total antibody using Human (HEV-Ab) enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Results: The overall seroprevalence of HEV total antibodies was 41.94%, among the four animal species sampled, Pigs had the highest seroprevalence (72.4%). Out of the five Local Government areas, Ido-Osi had the highest HEV seroprevalence (53.57%). The age group ranging from ˃12-≤18 months had higher HEV prevalence (29.41%) among the age group. All age groups of the domestic animals had statistically significant differences at (P ˂ 0.05). Among all the pregnant domestic animals, goats had a considerably higher seroprevalence of HEV total antibody (73.33%) than other pregnant animals in the study area. The HEV prevalence among the pregnant domestic animals was statistically significant (P˂ 0.05). Conclusion: Data suggest that HEV remains an under-recognized and significant public health problem, wanting further attention and research.

Microbial load and aflatoxin content of street foods sold around Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) campus

The microbial density and diversity, as well as the presence of aflatoxin in selected street vended-foods sold in FUTA campus was investigated in this study. Seven selected food samples viz; cooked rice, raw rice, garri, eba, peanut, suya and pap, were purchased from vendors at four popular locations around the school campus. The microbial load and diversity in the foods were analyzed using standard methods. The bacterial counts ranged from 3.1 x 104 CFU/ml to 4.9 x105 CFU /ml, with peanut sample having the highest count and cooked rice having the lowest count. Bacterial isolates belonging to eleven genera (Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Campylobacter, Listeria, Bacillus, Clostridium, Salmonella, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, Enterobacter, Escherichia) were obtained from the food samples. Mean Fungal counts of food samples ranged from 3.2 x 104 to 1.29 x106 SFU/ml. The fungi isolated include species of Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, Cladosporium, Cryptococcus and Candida. The high count of microorganisms coupled with the presence of Salmonella typhimurium and aflatoxins in some of the food samples portend danger to the consumers of such foods.

The Entrepreneurial Content in the Industrial Design Curriculum in Southwest Nigeria: Textile Design Techniques and Trends

This paper explored the incorporation of entrepreneurial content in the industrial design curriculum in universities in Southwest Nigeria, with a specific focus on textile design. Acknowledging the landscape of the global textile industry and the cultural significance of textiles in Southwest Nigeria, the study examined the existing industrial design curriculum, highlighting the level of consideration given to entrepreneurship in the development of the curriculum. The study adopted the content analysis approach to investigate the entrepreneurial content of textile design in the industrial design curriculum. The industrial design curriculum of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) was selected because FUTA is the only university offering the industrial design curriculum in the region. The curriculum was analyzed across all levels, the entrepreneurial courses were highlighted based on the course synopsis while other courses were classified as general courses. The study revealed that entrepreneurship was given good consideration during the development of the curriculum. It was therefore recommended that the curriculum be updated regularly to ensure it remains relevant and meets the entrepreneurial needs of the students.

Managing Dust in Academic Libraries

Abstract The study investigates dust management at the Albert Ilemobade library, The Federal University of Technology Akure. Dust deposition and accumulation poses a major challenge for the university library as all the units, sections, and divisions are affected. Dust not only adversely affects all materials, equipment, and facilities including books, audiovisual collections, and computers, but also constitutes a health hazard to library personnel and users. Major sources of dust include visitor activities and infiltration through openings like windows and doors. Dust mats, special computer enclosures, dusters, dust blowers, and respiratory masks were made available for dust protection and management in the library. The library lacked equipment like High Efficiency Particulate Arresting (HEPA) filters and dust collection, and suppressions systems. Lack of awareness and training, inadequate funding, and lack of equipment were identified as the challenges to dust management in the library.

Sustainable integrated solid waste management for a university campus − A case study of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Nigeria

This study provides valuable insights into the waste composition, generation rates, and opportunities for improving the current solid management practices of a university campus in Sub-Saharan Africa. Representative points were selected within the campus to collect solid waste (SW). The SW were sampled following ASTM D5231-92. The quadrant method prescribed by ASTM D 6323 was used to reduce about 150 kg of collected waste to 50 kg. The SW samples were collected in triplicates and sorted manually to determine their composition. QGIS, a geographic information system was utilized to optimize waste collection efficiency, optimal collection points, and the number of waste bins. The average daily solid waste generation at FUTA was 952.3 kg, with polythene and paper waste constituting the largest proportions at 26 % and 24 %, respectively. The waste generation rate per capita was estimated at 0.046 kg per day. Remarkably, 81 % of the waste generated at FUTA has the potential for recycling. This offers a viable potential for promoting sustainable integrated solid waste management (SISWM). The study proposes optimising waste collection points from the initial 42 to 97, considering the proximity to buildings and transportation routes. The study did not consider fluctuations in waste generation rates and composition throughout the seasons, yet the data gathered is considered adequate for this initial survey. Lack of collaboration, adequate policies, funds, infrastructure, and political will are among the impediments to SISWM in FUTA. The introduction of colour-coded waste separation bins, and assigning different colours to specific waste types, can promote proper waste disposal and facilitate recycling. Also, engaging the university community through workshops and seminars can foster such behavioural change. Collaboration with local entrepreneurs and recycling centres is another essential aspect of this paradigm shift. Such partnerships can explore innovative solutions for upcycling polythene waste and create waste-to-wealth pathways. Initial challenges of an insufficient policy framework for university- small scale enterprises (SME) engagement and the lack of business growth models could be addressed by promoting relevant skill development and motivational tasking of the existing entrepreneurship faculty. By implementing the proposed strategies and embracing circular economy (CE) principles, FUTA can reduce its environmental impact, promote recycling, and foster a culture of sustainability and entrepreneurial value creation on campus and beyond.

Optimizing Mini Dam Placement for Sustainable Water Management in FUTA: A GIS-MCDA Approach

Addressing the increasing demand for water resources at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) due to the growing population requires a data-driven solution. This study determined the suitable locations for the siting of mini-dams as an alternative solution to the problem of water scarcity in FUTA using a Geographical Information Systems (GIS)-based Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) approach by integrating five thematic factors: drainage density, slope, elevation, land cover and soil texture. Preference values were assigned to the criteria based on their importance to a dam. Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) was used to assign weights to these criteria, and they were combined using a weighted sum to produce a mini dam suitability map within the study area. The suitable areas were divided into five classes: highly suitable (9%), suitable (18%), marginally suitable (30%), least suitable (26%) and not suitable (17%). The suitability map was validated against the locations of existing dams in the study area. This study contributes to the efforts to manage water resources for a growing population in FUTA and to evaluate the GIS-AHP approach for dam siting for a small study area.

Microbial evaluation of cooked fufu sold in some major markets in Owo metropolis, Ondo state, Nigeria

Fufu (Cassava dough-like food) is one of Nigeria's most consumed staple foods, particularly in the southern parts of the country. This study aims to detect and quantify the microorganisms in cooked fufu sold in major Owo, Ondo State marketplaces. Freshly cooked fufu samples of about 50/gram wrapped in nylon were aseptically collected from sellers in three major Owo markets and transported to the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Crop, Soil, and Pest Management Department lab for analysis. For bacteria, Nutrient Agar (NA) plates were incubated at 37+2ºC for 24 hours, whereas PDA plates for yeast and mould were incubated at 27+2ºC for 48 hours. Count and record the colonies generating spores (cfu/g) from viable bacterium cells and fungal spores per gram of each fufu sample after incubation. Purified cultures of each isolate were obtained through subcultures and stored at 4 ºC for biochemical testing. Cooked fufu samples found mostly lactic acid bacteria like Lactobacillus plantarum, L. fermentum, L. brevis, Leuconostoc mesenteroides, Streptococcus thermophiles, S. mutans, Pediococcus cerevisiae, Staphylococcus hominis, Bacillus pumilus, acidophilus, L. lactis, Micrococcus spp., B. subtilis, Diplococcus spp, S. epidermidis, and Bifidobacterium and two yeasts, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Zygosaccharomyces spp. Some main markets in Owo metropolis sold cooked fufu samples with bacterial loads ranging from 0.2 to 2.3 × 107 CFU/g, and yeast loads from 1.6 to 4.55 × 107 CFU/g. Good hygiene can increase the safety and quality of cooked fufu sold at Owo main markets and lower the danger of food-borne illnesses.

Physicochemical, Nutritional and Functional Properties of Composite Flour Blends from Whole Wheat, Sweet Potato, Defatted Peanut and Rice Bran

The surge in import duty, which inflated the production cost of baked products, gave an impetus composite flour formulation from locally available crops with improved nutritional and health-promoting benefits. The present study thus, aimed to formulate and determine the nutritional, phytochemical, functional and pasting properties of composite flour from blends of whole wheat, sweet potato, defatted peanut and rice bran while commercial wheat flour (CWF) was used as the control. The raw materials used for the formulation of the composite flour such as whole wheat grains, sweet potato and peanut seeds were purchased from the Shasha market in Akure, Nigeria while rice bran was obtained from a local rice mill in Ise-Ekiti, Nigeria. The food crops were authenticated at the Department of Crop, Soil and Pest Management, Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria. The protein (15.81-21.98%) and the fiber (7.93-10.82%) contents of the composite flour were significantly (p≤0.05) higher than that of the control 13.69% and 1.86%, respectively. The composite flour had improved essential minerals elements (magnesium, zinc, calcium and phosphorus). Similarly, the total essential amino acids (26.73-34.27 g/100 g), essential amino acid index (80.03-102.13%) and biological value (75.53-99.62%) of the composite flour were higher than that of the control (25.79 g/100 g, 76.85% and 72.07%), respectively. Moreso, the flour blends also demonstrated better phytochemical and pasting properties over the control samples. This study therefore, established that composite flour with improved macro- and micro-nutrients could be formulated from blends of whole wheat, sweet potato, defatted peanut and rice bran. The composite flour, which could serve as better replacement for commercial wheat flour in baked products, thereby reducing the cost incurred on wheat importation as well as ensuring food security in most developing nations like Nigeria

Determination of reference service life for reinforced concrete multistorey residential buildings: case study of Akure, Nigeria

The Service life of a building is the period from commencement of service to the time just before costly maintenance becomes necessary for continued meeting of minimum performance requirements. Knowledge of service life determines whether to demolish and replace a building or major repairs are required and the absence of information on this has led to many building failures. This research therefore aimed to determine the Reference Service Life (RSL); a parameter required for the evaluation of a building’s Service Life. Twenty reinforced concrete multistorey residential buildings around the Federal University of Technology Akure (Nigeria) were assessed via visual inspection, material testing, and structural analysis. Information obtained from the assessment was used to develop a comprehensive open-ended service life database. Non-destructive tests were conducted on the buildings’ structural elements and the results used to determine the service life of each of the buildings with the aid of Life 365 Software. Weighted factors which depend on the quality characteristics, operational conditions and the environment of the buildings were used as a grading system for the assignment of sub-factors for the adjustment of the Life 365 service life values, leading to a value of 29 years as the Reference Service Life (RSL) for the study area. The result obtained will benefit construction professionals and appropriate regulatory authorities in the study area while the procedure can be adopted for service life assessment in other locations lacking appropriate database.

Gender Disparity in Real Estate Investment: A Case Study of the Staff of the Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria

Women have unparalleled strength and an unwavering passion for success and accomplishment. This is evident in the involvement and contributions of women in many professions, including academia. Nevertheless, women participation in real estate investment has been considerable despite the importance and benefits of real estate investment. In view of this, this paper examined gender disparity in real estate investment among the staff of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Ondo State, Nigeria with a view to encouraging more women participation in real estate investment. FUTA staff (junior and senior cadres) were the target populations while structured questionnaires were randomly administered on the staff. Cross tabulation, correlation analysis, and Mann Whitney U Test were used to analyze the data collected. The study revealed that the percentage of males in active service in FUTA is about twice that of females and men significantly outperform women in real estate investment in FUTA. The study also showed a statistically significant relationship between gender and real estate investment at p value ≤0.05 thus identifying gender as a factor influencing real estate investment while there are also significant differences in the opinions of the males and female staff regarding real estate investment decision. The study concluded that gender has a significant impact on real estate investment and therefore recommended the sensitization of staff on the importance of real estate investment, provision of loans, mortgages as well as salary reviews without any form of discrimination so as to encourage real estate investment and allow for adequate retirement plans.

Biopesticidal activities of three botanicals (Ageratum conyzoides L., Petiveria alliacea L. and Hyptis suaveolens L. Poit,) against Sitophilus oryzae L

This study was carried out to evaluate the effectiveness of oil extracts from Ageratum conyzoides L., Petiveria alliacea L., and Hyptis suaveolens L. as biopesticides against Sitophilus oryzae in the Entomology Laboratory of Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State. The experiments were conducted at a temperature of 28±2°C and a relative humidity of 75±5%. Methanol was used as a solvent to extract the oil from the plants, and different concentrations (0.5%, 1.0%, 1.5%, 2.0%, and 2.5%) of each plant extract were prepared. The results demonstrated that the oil extracts from all three plants had a significant impact on the mortality of Sitophilus oryzae. Among them, the oil extract from Hyptis suaveolens proved to be the most effective, causing 100% mortality of Sitophilus oryzae at 2.0% and 2.5% concentrations within 96 hours of introduction. The LD50 (concentration required to cause 50% mortality) for Hyptis suaveolens was 0.53 (at 96 hours) and 0.36 (at 120 hours), while the LD90 (concentration required to cause 90% mortality) was 4.27 (at 96 hours) and 1.86 (at 120 hours) for Sitophilus oryzae. Furthermore, the oil extracts of all three plants significantly reduced adult emergence of the insects and prevented weight loss in the seeds. These effects were particularly prominent at concentrations of 2.0% and 2.5%. Statistical analysis indicated significant differences (p < 0.05) between the treatments and control groups for all the parameters assessed. In conclusion, the results of this study demonstrated that the leaf extract of Hyptis suaveolens was more effective than the extracts from the other plants in reducing Sitophilus oryzae populations, inhibiting adult emergence, and preventing weight loss in stored grains. Therefore, Hyptis suaveolens can be considered as a valuable addition to the range of botanicals used for Sitophilus oryzae control in food storage.

Influence of Collaborative Learning on the Conceptualization of Ideas, Application of Acquired Ideas, and Academic Performance of Undergraduates

An active engagement involving undergraduates working together to solve problems is unrestrained nowadays. This study presents the influence of collaborative learning on the first two cognitive components of critical thinking (i.e. conceptualization of ideas and application of acquired ideas) and the academic performance of undergraduates in three Departments at the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Nigeria. A reliable and valid instrument was developed and presented in this report to measure the first two cognitive components of critical thinking (CT), a major innovation agent. A random selection of 318 students from the Departments of Mathematical Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics were considered to respond to the instrument. Kruskal-Wallis H test, Independent t-test, and One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) were adopted to analyse information extracted from the questionnaires. It is worth concluding that male students applied acquired ideas/knowledge more than their female counterparts. In contrast, their ability to conceptualize ideas and academic performance is the same. Better ability to apply acquired ideas and improvement in the academic performance of the undergraduates are guaranteed at average participation in collaborative learning.

ASSESSMENT OF POST GRADUATE AGRICULTURAL STUDENTS POTENTIALS AS AGENT FOR AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY AKURE, NIGERIA

The study focused on postgraduate agricultural student potentials as agent for agricultural technology transfer in Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria. Structured questionnaire was administrated to thirty (30) respondents. Analysis of the data was carried out using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentage, and weighed mean score while Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to present the results of the hypotheses. It was discovered that mean years of schooling was 16.63 years. Internet and University library were the major sources of information on Agricultural technologies available to respondents. The major problems that could cause loss of interest towards being an agent of agricultural technology transfer was inadequate funding of agricultural extension. Result also revealed that there is significant relationship between years spent in schooling (r=0.819, p=0.000) and the post graduate students potentials as an agent of agricultural technology transfer. The study concluded that Postgraduate Agricultural Students developed high potentials towards transferring of technologies to farmers. The study therefore recommended that policy makers and extension agency should accommodate and make use of Postgraduate Agricultural Students in the transfer of innovations to farmers especially at a time when the country is experiencing decline in Agricultural extension workers.

Antibacterial Activity of Zea mays Silks and Husks Crude Extract on Biofilm Producing Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria from Urinary Catheters

Aims: This study was carried out to investigate the in-vitro antibacterial effect of the crude extracts of Corn (Zea mays) silks and husks on selected biofilm producing multi-drug resistant bacteria isolated from urinary catheter tips.
 Study Design: Experimental design.
 Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Ondo State, Nigeria.
 Methodology: Bacterial isolates from urinary catheter tips were screened for biofilm production. The biofilm producing isolates were subjected to commercial antibiotics and isolates resistant to more than three classes of antibiotics were used for the study. Methanol and distilled water were used as extracting solvents for the corn silks and husks. The antibacterial activity and phytochemical analysis of the extracts were carried out using standard procedures.
 Results: The phytochemical analysis of the methanol and aqueous extracts of corn husks and silks revealed the presence of saponins, tannins, flavonoids, steroids, terpenoids and cardiac glycosides. The aqueous extract of corn husk showed highest inhibitory effects on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci with zones of inhibition ranging from 14.80 ± 1.89 mm to 24.40 ± 2.51 mm at 200 mg/mL. Proteus mirabilis exhibited resistance against all the extracts.
 Conclusion: Findings from this study revealed the antibacterial potential of corn silks and husks extracts at varying concentrations. The potency of aqueous extract of husk at lower concentration (200 mg/mL) suggests its potential use in the treatment of urinary tract bacteria especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Coagulase-Negative Staphylococci.

Online Change of Grade Attack Using SQL Injection Case Study: FUTA Cyber Security Department

Advancement in technology has made many universities to adopt the system of storing students' results in online databases in both developed and developing countries for easy accessibility and to eliminate redundancy. However, these are subject to different types of attacks ranging from hardware to software attacks. In Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Cyber Security department is not left out because attackers contribute a potential threat to the institution's information security. There are various methods attackers can use to carry out this malicious act, but this research considered SQL injection attacks. The researcher reviews related works, designs and implements student database applications for FUTA Cyber Security department. The research demonstrates how SQL injection can be used to change student grades and preventive measures to minimize SQL injection attacks, such as avoiding sharing database accounts using different sites or applications, regular updates of database software, regular update of security patches and passwords and regular scanning of web applications with a web vulnerability scanner.

Development of a Project Management System, Case Study: FUTA Step-B Center of Excellence on Food Security

In this research, we model a project management system for FUTA Step-B and other management programme by using non-learning data structure which makes the data encryption easy, fully secure and time efficient. We devise a method that relies on Earned Value Management (EVM) to solve management questions for efficient forecasting that can be used to control the problem of under budget or over budget and predictive accuracy of each model was calculated. Evaluating this method on Science and Technology Education at the Post-Basic Level (STEP-B) project of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), we demonstrated its effectiveness with different interfaces which cover all sections and activities with functions to perform. The result obtained shows that the predictive accuracy is good with low error rate in under budget within the data present in our database. Also, with the result generated there is a need to keep control on the project schedule in order to control under budget or over budget rate. The system was implemented using C++ and visual studio 2008.

Preservation of Audiovisual Collections at Albert Ilemobade Library, Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

The study investigates audiovisual collections at the Albert Ilemobade Library, The Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. Condition surveying, observation, and interview were the instruments used for data collection. Condition survey was conducted on audiovisual materials in the unit to ascertain their continuing accessibility and usability. The result revealed that most of the audiovisual materials are carrier-based analog format and are inaccessible owing to unavailability and obsolete playback equipment. Technology obsolescence, improper storage environment, lack of funding, lack of commitment by library management, and lack of trained personnel in audiovisual preservation were identified challenges of audiovisual preservation in the library. The study recommends digitization of analog carrier-based audiovisual materials, adequate funding, conducive storage environment, recruitment of preservation expert, and change of attitude to preservation of information materials.

Empirical Path Loss Modelling for Selected LTE Networks in FUTA Campus, Ondo State, Nigeria

Deployed Long Term Evolution (LTE) networks in Nigeria can barely meet the desired 100 Mbps downlink throughput leading to unsatisfactory quality of experience by mobile users. Typically, mobile network operators (MNOs) rely on network planning tools designed for generalized environments. These tools employ legacy propagation models that may not be suited to the operational environments under consideration. As such, the efficiency of such legacy path loss models suffers when they are used in environments different from those for which they have been designed, and this poses a major challenge to the MNOs. This is because the Nigerian geographical areas and topographical features vary widely from the areas where the legacy models were developed. Several studies in Nigeria and other African countries have shown that the legacy path loss models perform unsatisfactorily when compared with field measurement data. To address this challenge and enable accurate path loss prediction for an urban campus environment, extensive measurements at 2600 MHz were carried out in the main campus of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Ondo State, Nigeria. The measurement results were compared with the path loss predictions from the commonly-used legacy propagation models (Free space and 3GPP TR 36.873). The results show that the legacy path loss models under-predict the path loss averagely by 20-40 dB, and up to 88 dB in some cases, for the considered environment. Root mean square error (RMSE) values in the range of 1.895 and 9.159 were also observed along the routes. The measurement results will enable the MNOs to adjust the path losses in order to deliver improved quality of service.

Participation and Hindrances to Students’ Recreation at Selected Universities in Ondo State, Nigeria

Recreation has several benefits, one of which is the health advantage that it brings to those who engage in it. Apart from being beneficial to health, one of the other benefits is in connection with good academic performance that it stimulates. This study focused on three selected public universities in Ondo State, Nigeria. It investigates the availability of recreational facilities, students' level of participation in recreational activities, and hindrances to students’ recreational participation in the selected universities. A purposive sample of 300 students was adopted and disaggregated into 106, 139 and 55 for the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), and Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OSUSTECH) respectively, using the relative population of students in the three universities. Data acquisition instruments included a questionnaire, interview and observation. The questionnaire administration involved a multi-stage sampling procedure that cumulated in obtaining data from the final-year students of each university's faculties and departments. Findings revealed that students' participation in recreation was at low ebb in the three universities with varying degrees of hindrances to participation across the institutions. Poor or absent facilities were the most dominant hindrance to recreation. The worst case was in OSUSTECH where the school authority did not provide any recreational facility on campus. Recommendations include sensitization programs to enlighten students on the need for recreation and the benefits of same to their health and educational pursuit; and upscaling of recreational facilities in the studied institutions.

Heavy Metal Pollution Levels of Hand-dug Wells in Close Proximity to Septic Tanks

The aim of this study is to evaluate the levels of selected heavy metal contamination in well water located in close proximity to septic tanks in the South gate area of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). Water samples were collected from five (5) randomly selected hand-dug wells in the study area within 50ft (15.4m) distance to septic tanks. The physical attributes of the wells revealed that the wells were well constructed and all the wells sampled were lined with precast concrete pipe (PCP) rings with covers. Five heavy metals namely Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn) and Zinc (Zn) were analyzed in the laboratory using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy. Cd, Cr and Mn were present in high concentration in some of the water samples evaluated exceeding the WHO permissible limit. However, Fe and Zn contents of the water fell within WHO standard for potable water. Secondary water treatment is recommended before human consumption. Keywords— heavy metals, potable, septic tanks, treatment, water samples.