Monitoring and Statistical Evaluation of Heavy Metals in Respirable Dust in Jos Metropolitan Area, Nigeria

Mafuyai, G. M.; Gongden, J. J.; Kamoh, N.M.

doi:10.9790/2402-08940110

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“…Concentrations of all metals exceeded limits set by the WHO, with high levels of cadmium and lead posing potential cancer risks, especially for children. Mafuyai et al (2014) also Investigated heavy metals (Pb, Mn, Cd, Zn, Cr, Ni, Cu, and Fe) in respirable dust from seven locations in Jos metropolis, Plateau state. Concentrations of cadmium, nickel, and manganese greatly exceeded WHO-recommended limits, indicating vehicular traffic and waste incineration as sources.…”

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

Ogbeide,

Henry

2024

jasem

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“…African farmers use farmyard manure and wastewater irrigation due to the scarcity and enormous expense of inorganic fertilizers; however, these methods may contain metals that enter the food chain and harm the soil [25]. Roadside soil contamination from automotive emissions is also pervasive in Africa due to a lack of laws or conformity with legislation [26]. Even though some African nations have pollution reduction guidelines, it is not particularly helpful if the rules and laws are not upheld.…”

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Effects of environmental pollution on wildlife and human Health and novel mitigation strategies

G. Usman,

A. A. Mashood,

A. Aliyu

et al. 2023

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Environment refers to the totality of all external factors and conditions that have an impact on a living thing's survival and growth. The effects of pollution on wildlife and human health are complex and affect many ecosystems and facets of civilization. Urbanization, industrialization, and the indiscriminate and improper use of chemicals, such as pesticides, have all accelerated environmental degradation and contamination, which has a negative impact on living things' health and created issues with residues in animal-derived foods. The impact of pollution on biotic components has been highlighted by recent developments in environmental-related toxicity in humans and animals as well as the rising frequency of chemical residue detection in food products. To solve the complex problems caused by environmental contamination, innovation and new mitigation techniques are essential. The creation and use of cutting-edge technology, such as diverse bioremediation methods, are included. In order to bring about change and promote successful mitigation methods, public participation and awareness are essential. Governments, businesses, communities, and people must work together to address the problems that environmental degradation has created. We can lessen pollution's harmful impacts on wildlife and human health, guaranteeing a healthier and more sustainable future for both the ecosystem and people, by implementing creative mitigation measures and giving sustainable practices priority.

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“…Both acute and chronic exposures to carbon monoxide are associated with increased risk for adverse cardiopulmonary events, including death. However, studies have not demonstrated a clear dose-dependent health risk response to increasing amounts of these pollutants except at high concentrations [13,14].…”

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Atmospheric Monitoring for Ambient Air Quality Parameters and Source Apportionment of City Faisalabad, Pakistan

Asghar¹,

Ali²,

Nasir³

et al. 2018

Earth sci. Pak.

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Faisalabad is considered among the third most populated city in Pakistan. Industrialization and transportation framework has contributed essentially to the improvement of human progress and has enormously affects the encompassing ambient air quality. The rapid increase in particulate matters in Pakistan as well as all over the subcontinent over the last three to four years has a potential for significant health implications. The motivation behind this paper is to survey the preparatory air quality parameters including particulate matter PM10, CO, SO2 of city Faisalabad, Pakistan. The concentrations of pollutants were measured at 4 sites with weekly rotations for a specific period. Results demonstrated that concentration of PM10 in the surrounding area of Faisalabad city was higher during the study period while levels of SO2 and CO are relatively lower as compared with NEQS. In addition, it has been observed that residential area is less polluted while the commercial, vehicular and industrial areas are extremely polluted. Ambient air quality may be improved by adopting different mitigation measures like reduce fugitive emissions, reduce vehicle emissions by using catalytic converter and plantation etc, which leads towards sustainable environment.

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Monitoring and Statistical Evaluation of Heavy Metals in Respirable Dust in Jos Metropolitan Area, Nigeria

Cited by 4 publications

References 16 publications

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

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

Effects of environmental pollution on wildlife and human Health and novel mitigation strategies

Atmospheric Monitoring for Ambient Air Quality Parameters and Source Apportionment of City Faisalabad, Pakistan

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