Irrigation is a very important practice that helps to ensure all-year-round food security, which
is one of the Sustainable Development Goals targets. However, irrigation development in …

Mining of solid minerals in Nigeria has been taking place since the beginning of the last
century, and being a develo** country with a characteristic lack of proper waste …

Statistical index analysis using, contamination factor, metal pollution index, enrichment
factor, and ecological risk were successfully applied for the assessment of the impact of …

The assessment of groundwater geochemistry and characterization is an important aspect of
groundwater studies. For this study, a total of 20 groundwater samples were collected from …

The study focuses on the assessment of coastal aquifers in the selected part of Port
Harcourt, Nigeria for drinking, industrial, and irrigation use. For this study, a total of 18 …

Assessment of groundwater quality around Ezzangbo–Ngbo area, southeastern part of
Nigeria was carried out using hydrochemical and statistical approach with the sole aim of …

Mining for lead–zinc, and associated minerals has been going on for decades in the
Mkpuma Akpatakpa area, and the release of accumulated metallic trace elements (MTEs) …

Abstract The Niger River, Bamako's population's primary drinking water source, is
threatened by human activities. This study examines the Niger River pollution trend using …

Despite the growing awareness of the nutritional benefits of leafy vegetables, there is a lack
of information about the presence of heavy metals and the associated risks in these …

Mine water influx is a significant geological hazard during mine development, influenced by
various factors such as geological conditions, hydrology, climate, and mining techniques …