Assessment of Heavy Metal Pollution in Soils from Farms in the Vicinity of Durumi Quarry Site in Mpape, Abuja Nigeria

Ojo, Fatimah Oyenike; Wokhe, Tukura Bitrus; Chima, Madu Pascal

doi:10.12944/cwe.13.3.09

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“…However, at sampling points 100 m and 200 m, the organic matter content was generally lower than that reported by E ong and Gilbert (2012) in a similar study. The percentage of sand, silt, and clay obtained was similar to those obtained by Ojo et al (2018) and Moses & Edet (2013). Results obtained revealed a decline in soil quality near the quarry, similar to the reports of Igwenagu-Ifeanyi et al (2021).…”

Section: Physiochemical Analysis Of Soil and Water Samplessupporting

confidence: 89%

Assessment of the level of Heavy Metals in Ecosystem around Quarry site in Ogun State, Nigeria

Ogunmade

Adeyemi

Osobamiro

et al. 2023

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This study investigated the anthropogenic impacts of quarrying activities on the ecosystem. Soil, rock, water, and plant samples were collected at varying distances around a quarry site located in Ijebu North local government area of Ogun State, Nigeria. The physicochemical properties were determined using standard methods, and metal quantification was done using Inductively Coupled Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES). The results of physicochemical properties of the sampled soil include: pH (7.20–8.74), bulk density (0.922–1.198 g/cm³), and moisture content (26.3–34.1%). Turbidity is 56.3 higher than the WHO standard, while alkalinity is 144. The physicochemical properties of the water samples all fall within the permissible limits set by the WHO except for alkalinity, turbidity, hardness, suspended solids, and COD. The results of metal analysis (mg/kg) are as follows: ≤9.94, ≤ 3961.77, ≤ 11.07, ≤ 244.03, ≤ 111.77, ≤ 251.19, ≤ 262.84, ≤ 101.23, ≤ 3094.87, ≤ 2816.07, ≤ 235.78, ≤ 182.72 for Ag, Al, As, B, Ba, Cd, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, and Pb, respectively, in all the environmental samples. High levels above the WHO permissible standard of toxic metals under study were found in rock samples, and these are statistically similar to the levels recorded in soil samples close to the quarry site. Additionally, high levels of Al, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, and Mn above the WHO limit were recorded in plant and water samples close to the quarry site. Quarry activities in the study site have a negative impact on the soil, plant, and water body around the site, and this needs to be checked on time before it degenerates into an environmental catastrophe.

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Section: Physiochemical Analysis Of Soil and Water Samplessupporting

confidence: 89%

Assessment of the level of Heavy Metals in Ecosystem around Quarry site in Ogun State, Nigeria

Ogunmade

Adeyemi

Osobamiro

et al. 2023

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“…Emori et al (2015) reported higher concentration of Cadmium in dumpsites in Calabar metropolis when compared to mechanic workshops. Cadmium levels observed were higher than the observations of Ayodele et al (2014) who reported cadmium levels below detectable limits for soils around granite quarries at Ikole-Ekiti, Nigeria, and a lower range of 0.06-0.07 was also observed for Durumi quarry site Mpape Abuja, Nigeria by Ojo et al (2018).…”

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Assessment of Heavy Metal Pollution in Soil at a Refuse Dumpsite in University of Cross River State (Unicross), Calabar, South-South, Nigeria

Sam-Uket,

Isah,

Ameh

et al. 2023

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Total concentration and pollution indices of mercury (Hg), lead (Pb), chromium (Cr), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), nickel (Ni), and cobalt (Co) in dumpsite soil located in University of Cross River State, Calabar were evaluated in this work. Soil samples were collected at 0 - 15cm depth from two sampling stations at the dumpsite once in the months of April, August and December, 2021 and analyzed to the closest mg/kg using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The concentrations of the heavy metals showed that Cd>Pb>Ni>Cr>As>Co. All the concentrations of the heavy metals examined when compared with those of average value of heavy metals in shale showed that all the metals were lower than their corresponding world average value except Cd. Geoaccumulation index indicated unpolluted to moderately polluted for all metals studied except Cd which indicated strong to very strongly polluted. Contamination factor for Cd indicated very high contamination. Contamination degree for site 1 and 2 indicated considerable degree of contamination and moderate degree of contamination respectively. Pollution load index values investigated were within the baseline level for all the stations. The heavy metal pollution is attributable to the waste deposited at the dumpsite located in the institution. It is recommended that the dumpsite be relocated to another location that is far away from the residential area and from drinking water sources like boreholes.

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“…The study also assessed the ecological risk of heavy metals in the soil, concluding that the contamination poses a significant risk to the environment and human health. Ojo et al (2018) contributed to the understanding of heavy metal pollution by assessing soils from farms in the vicinity of the Durumi Quarry Site in Mpape, Abuja, Nigeria. The study focused on the seasonal concentrations of total and bioavailable heavy metals, along with the physicochemical properties of the soil in vegetable farms around the rock quarry.…”

Section: Heavy Metals In Watermentioning

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Addressing Heavy Metal Pollution in Nigeria: Evaluating Policies, Assessing Impacts, and Enhancing Remediation Strategies

Ogbeide,

Henry

2024

jasem

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Heavy metal pollution is a significant environmental concern in Nigeria, posing risks to ecological integrity and public health. This study aims to evaluate the existing policies and regulations addressing heavy metal pollution, assess their effectiveness, and propose recommendations for improvement. The analysis reveals that while Nigeria has established a robust legislative framework, challenges in implementation, enforcement, and funding persist. The impact of reducing heavy metal pollution is influenced by resource constraints, limited capacity, and the need for stronger collaboration between regulatory bodies and industries. Community involvement and education play a crucial role in managing heavy metal pollution, emphasizing the importance of awareness, sustainable practices, and local engagement. Remediation strategies, such as bioremediation and phytoremediation, offer potential solutions. However, gaps in knowledge and research exist, calling for long-term monitoring, ecological impact assessments, and comprehensive health risk assessments. To enhance the effectiveness of current policies, periodic reviews, increased funding, and community-based monitoring programs are recommended. By addressing these gaps and implementing the proposed recommendations, Nigeria can make significant strides towards mitigating heavy metal pollution and achieving environmental sustainability.

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Assessment of Heavy Metal Pollution in Soils from Farms in the Vicinity of Durumi Quarry Site in Mpape, Abuja Nigeria

Cited by 5 publications

References 21 publications

Assessment of the level of Heavy Metals in Ecosystem around Quarry site in Ogun State, Nigeria

Assessment of the level of Heavy Metals in Ecosystem around Quarry site in Ogun State, Nigeria

Assessment of Heavy Metal Pollution in Soil at a Refuse Dumpsite in University of Cross River State (Unicross), Calabar, South-South, Nigeria

Addressing Heavy Metal Pollution in Nigeria: Evaluating Policies, Assessing Impacts, and Enhancing Remediation Strategies

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