About the Journal

The Nigerian Journal of Pharmacy (PSNNJP) is the official organ of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria with its first print in 1961 (as Journal of Pharmacy) and with unbroken publication since 1970 (as PSNNJP).

The PSNNJP is a peer-reviewed, open access journal which publishes original research articles, review articles and case studies on all aspects of pharmaceutical sciences and technologies, pharmacy practice and related clinical aspects, and pharmacy education. The journal publishes articles covering developments in drug absorption and metabolism, pharmacokinetics and dynamics, drug delivery systems, drug targeting and nanotechnology. It also covers development of new systems, methods, Clinical Pharmacy and techniques in pharmacy education and practice. The scope of the journal also extends to cover advancements in toxicology, cell and molecular biology, biomedical research, clinical and pharmaceutical microbiology, pharmaceutical biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, phytochemistry and nutraceuticals. The Journal reports society news, with special attention to innovations in the Nigerian and African pharmacy practice space.

Published by one of the oldest professional associations in Nigeria, the PSNNJP celebrates the traditional arts of pharmacy practice and embraces innovative scientific processes that provide answers to current problems. We look forward to your partnership with us as we change the world through innovative and translational research.

Current Issue

Vol. 60 No. 1 (2026): The Nigerian Journal of Pharmacy
Published: 2026-05-12

Short Communication

Research Article

  • Differential Spectrophotometric Determination of Levofloxacin in Bulk and Pharmaceutical Formulations

    Sa'ad Toyin Abdullahi, Faith Oluwanifemi Dada, Oluwasegun Ibrahim Eniayewu, Olasunkanmi David Bamidele, Abdulrazaq Sanusi, Abdulrazaq Sanusi, Fatima Mohammad Madaki, Julius Olugbenga Soyinka
    21-34
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.003

  • Biopharmaceutical Quality Assessment of Multisource Ciprofloxacin 500 mg Tablets Circulating in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

    Durojaye Aishat Bisoye, Galadima Isa Hayatu, Omachoko Sunday Odoma, Isaac Johnson Ajeh
    35-43
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.004

  • Evaluating the Cost-Effectiveness of Generic Artificial Tears Eye Drops: A Comparative Analysis of Dosing Variations

    Okafor Chibundo Nmesoma, Omachoko Sunday Odoma, Ifeanyi Godfrey Eyah, Isaac Johnson Ajeh
    44-49
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.005

  • Evaluation of Analgesic Activities of Aqueous Leaf extract of Adansonia digitata L.(Malvaceae) in Mice

    AbdulFatai A. Jimoh, Maryam Tajudeen, Rukayyat B. Oloyede, Musa I. Yakubu, Danjuma Mallam, Asma'u I-J. Bashir, Micah Timothy, Safiya S. Sambo
    50-58
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.006

  • Knowledge and practices of medication dispensing and counselling of older people among pharmacists in Ogun State, Southwest Nigeria: A cross-sectional survey

    Sule Ajibola Saka, Kofoworaola Hilda Ajao, Fatimah Adebukola Sanusi
    59-70
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.007

  • Association between Shift Work, Sleep Quality, and Mental Health among Healthcare Workers in Secondary Hospitals in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Nigeria

    Abbas Bashir Umar, Saifuddeen Kamfut Sani, Lukman Jibril Aliyu, Williams Isaac Bukola, Temitope Akinyele, Yisa Oladipupo Yinka, Dalhatu Muhammad Ahmad, Caleb Chijindu Ugorji
    71-82
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.008

  • Malaria Infection Suppresses Proestrus and Estrus While Prolonging Diestrus in Mice

    Eseola A. Oluwapelumi, Chinwenwa O. Ezeofor, Gospel U. Okpara, Joseph A. Badejo, Obaro S. Michael, Ezekiel O. Iwalewa
    83-89
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.009

  • Assessment of perception, benefits, and barriers to community pharmacies' vaccination services in Nigeria; a cross-sectional study of two south-western states

    Yejide Olukemi Oseni, Ukamaka Gladys Okafor, Taofik Oladipupo Odukoya, Hamidu Adediran Oluyedun, Abiodun Abdulah Ajibade, Yusuff Olanrewaju Azeez, Abigail Isaac Okonu, Oladapo Adewale Adetunji
    90-102
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.010

  • Modulatory Effects of Oxytocin-Specific Antagonist and Atropine on Uterine Contractions Induced by Methanol Extract of Tacazzea apiculata In Vitro

    Olayemi J. Oguntokun, Bukata B. Bukar, John C. Aguiyi, Yocy Y. Izam
    103-116
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.011

  • Isolation, characterization, antibacterial activity and in silico studies of the isolated flavonol from Indigofera welwitschii

    A. Muntaka
    117-133
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.012

Review Article

  • Narrative Review on Pharmaceutical Logistics Challenges in Developing Countries

    Isaac. C. Ibezim, Rita. I. Onyeyili, Maxwell O. Adibe, Emilia E. Ayogu, Ezinwanne J. Ugochukwu
    134-142
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.51412/psnnjp.2026.013
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