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    Mathematical Analysis of the Transmission Dynamics of Hepatitis B Virus
    (Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2025-05-15) F.A. Oguntolu; O.J. Peter; D. Aldila; G. B. Balogun; O. P. Ogunmola; B. I. Omede
    Hepatitis B is a life-threatening hepatic illness induced by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). This is a major worldwide health issue, especially in low- and middle-income nations in Africa and the Western Pacific, where prevalence rates are the greatest. Nevertheless, the existence of an efficacious vaccination, Hepatitis B persists in inflicting significant morbidity and death owing to a deficiency of awareness regarding the illness. Thus, we developed a deterministic mathematical model to elucidate the transmission dynamics of Hepatitis B, integrating elements such as vertical transmission, re-infection, and environmental viral concentration. The study starts with the calculation of the basic reproduction number and the assessment of the local stability of the disease-free equilibrium employing the Routh-Hurwitz criteria. A comprehensive examination of the model indicates that the model may experience backward bifurcation phenomena under some specific conditions. This trait presents considerable challenges in the proper management of Hepatitis B infection among the population. Assuming no re-infection of Hepatitis B post-recovery, the disease-free equilibrium point is globally asymptotically stable when the basic reproduction number is less than or equal to one. The sensitivity analysis of the basic reproduction number was conducted to assess the influence of each fundamental parameter in the model that contributes to disease transmission. Utilizing the optimal control theory to effectively curb the spread of Hepatitis B, we incorporated two time-varying control strategies, namely the prevention of susceptible individuals from acquiring HBV (through safe sex practice, regular washing of hands, and using protective hand gloves when handling blood, body fluid and semen) and the sensitization on individuals on personal hygiene, sterilization and proper disposal of medical and dental equipment like syringes in order to reduce the shedding of HBV in the environment. The numerical simulations indicated that Hepatitis B infection may be effectively managed and mitigated within the community if both control measures are correctly implemented.
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    Local Stability Analysis of a River Blindness Disease Model with Control
    (The Pacific Journal of Science and Technology, 2018-05) F. A. Oguntolu; G. Bolarin; S. A. Somma; A.O. Bello
    In this paper, a mathematical model to study the dynamics of River Blindness is presented. The existence and uniqueness of solutions of the model were examined by actual solution. The effective reproduction number was obtained using the next generation matrix. The Disease Free Equilibrium (DFE) State was obtained and analysed for stability. It was found that, the DFE State is Locally Asymptotically Stable (LAS) if the effective reproduction number R0 < 1 and unstable if R0 > 1.
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    Mathematical model of COVID-19 in Nigeria with optimal control
    (Elsevier BV, 2021-09) Adesoye Idowu Abioye; Olumuyiwa James Peter; Hammed Abiodun Ogunseye; Festus Abiodun Oguntolu; Kayode Oshinubi; Abdullahi Adinoyi Ibrahim; Ilyas Khan
    The novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a highly infectious disease caused by a new strain of severe acute respiratory syndrome of coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In this work, we proposed a mathematical model of COVID-19. We carried out the qualitative analysis along with an epidemic indicator which is the basic reproduction number () of this model, stability analysis of COVID-19 free equilibrium (CFE) and Endemic equilibrium (EE) using Lyaponuv function are considered. We extended the basic model into optimal control system by incorporating three control strategies. These are; use of face-mask and hand sanitizer along with social distancing; treatment of COVID-19 patients and active screening with testing and the third control is prevention against recurrence and reinfection of humans who have recovered from COVID-19. Daily data given by Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) in Nigeria is used for simulation of the proposed COVID-19 model to see the effects of the control measures. The biological interpretation of this findings is that, COVID-19 can be effectively managed or eliminated in Nigeria if the control measures implemented are capable of taking or sustaining the basic reproductive number to a value below unity. If the three control strategies are well managed by the government namely; NCDC, Presidential Task Force (PTF) and Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) or policymakers, then COVID-19 in Nigeria will be eradicated.
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    Mathematical model on the transmission dynamics of leptospirosis in human and animal population with optimal control strategies using real statistical data
    (Springer Science and Business Media LLC, 2024-12-07) Festus Abiodun Oguntolu; Olumuyiwa James Peter; Benjamin Idoko Omede; Ghaniyyat Bolanle Balogun; Tawakalt Abosede Ayoola
    Leptospirosis poses a significant public health challenge, with a growing incidence in both human and animal populations. The complex interplay between reservoir hosts, environmental factors, and human activities complicates efforts to curb the spread of the disease. Consequently, this paper presents a deterministic mathematical model for the transmission dynamics of leptospirosis within the intertwined human and animal populations. A comprehensive examination of the model revealed that the disease-free equilibrium is globally asymptotically stable when the basic reproduction number is below one. Utilizing center manifold theory, we demonstrated that the Leptospirosis model displays forward bifurcation. Consequently, the epidemiological significance of this forward bifurcation suggests that eradicating leptospirosis from the community is feasible, provided the reproduction number remains below one. We conducted a sensitivity analysis on the basic reproduction number of Leptospirosis to identify parameters that contribute positively to the disease’s spread. Furthermore, We validated our Leptospirosis model by fitting it with confirmed cases reported in Kerala State, India, covering the period from January 2021 to December 2022. This calibration process ensures the model’s accuracy and reliability in reflecting real-world epidemiological dynamics within the specified region and timeframe. In addition, we enhanced the Leptospirosis model by incorporating three time-dependent control measures. These controls encompass the vaccination of animals, environmental sanitation, and preventive actions such as using hand gloves and goggles when handling animals, as well as wearing rubber boots during periods of flooding or heavy rainfall. Results obtained from numerical simulations indicate that implementing the vaccination of animals as a standalone control strategy has no discernible effect on the number of infected humans or the bacteria population. However, when the three time-dependent control measures are combined, there is a substantial and meaningful impact on reducing the number of infected humans, infected animals, and the overall bacteria population within a relatively short timeframe. This underscores the effectiveness of the integrated approach in mitigating the spread of leptospirosis across both human and animal populations.
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    Stability Analysis of the Disease-Free Equilibrium State of a Mathematical Model of Measles Transmission Dynamics
    (Proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Mathematical Modelling, Optimization and Analysis of Disease Dynamics (ICMMOADD) 2025. Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria, 2025-02-20) Adama, P. W.; Somma, Samuel Abu
    Measles is an acute viral infectious disease caused by the Measles morbillivirus, a member of the paramyxovirus family. The virus is primarily transmitted through direct contact and airborne droplets. In this study, a mathematical model was developed to examine the transmission dynamics of measles and explore effective control measures. The stability of measles-free equilibrium was analyzed, and the results indicate that the equilibrium is locally asymptotically stable when the basic reproduction number R0 is less than or equal to unity. Numerical simulations were conducted to validate the analytical findings, demonstrating that measles can be eradicated if a sufficiently high level of treatment is applied to the infected population.