Studies and Transactions on Pollution Assessment of the Lagos Lagoon System, Nigeria

Alo, Babajide I.; Olayinka, Kehinde O.; Oyeyiola, Aderonke O.; Oluseyi, Temilola; Alani, Rose; Abayomi, Akeem A.

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-06388-1_6

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“…However, elevated concentrations of PBDEs in fishes are a major contributor to the current impeded overall status of the Baltic Sea. Similarly, undue inputs of PCBs contaminating the food web in the Lagos Lagoon in Nigeria had been reported from activities on land (Alo and others, 2014).…”

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Changes in liquid and atmospheric inputs to the marine environment from land (including through groundwater), ships and offshore installations

2021

The Second World Ocean Assessment

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Persistent organic pollutants• Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) continue to be a global issue, persisting at concentrations likely to cause biological effects.104World Ocean Assessment II: Volume II Hydrocarbons• Produced water from oil and gas exploration containing both hydrocarbons and metals is known to affect the marine environment, but knowledge gaps exist on the long-term impact of produced water discharges.• There is a need for further studies at the community and population levels to advance the current knowledge on single species toxicity data.• An increased rate of offshore platform decommissioning poses a challenge for the marine environment.

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Changes in liquid and atmospheric inputs to the marine environment from land (including through groundwater), ships and offshore installations

2021

The Second World Ocean Assessment

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“…Okebukola (2001) observed that a prominent contributing factor to the spread of parasitic and gastro-internal diseases in Lagos includes the haphazard handling and disposal of gaseous chemical waste. Likewise, a study conducted by Alo et al (2014) suggests that a significant amount of pollutants are discharged into Lagos Lagoons. This results in the daily contamination of the city's water, shortage in the potable water supply, other waterborne diseases, and threats to aquatic life.…”

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Exploring the Contemporary Challenges of Urbanization and the Role of Sustainable Urban Development: A Study of Lagos City, Nigeria

Auwalu,

Bello

2023

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As urbanization accelerates, sustainable approaches are necessary to counter the adverse environmental impacts. The study investigates the multifaceted challenges of Lagos City due to urbanization and evaluates the effectiveness of sustainable urban development in tackling these problems. It employed a mixed-methods approach to provide informed decisions for liveable urban environments. Census data, satellite imagery, interviews, surveys, and focus group discussions provided a comprehensive understanding of Lagos’s urbanization and its effects. Findings reveal pressing problems such as housing shortages, infrastructure strain, traffic congestion, waste management difficulties, and socio-economic disparities in Lagos City. Local authorities and NGOs have implemented sustainable urban development initiatives, including transport upgrades, green space promotion, waste management, and housing solutions. Such case studies have revealed various interventions, such as informal settlement transformation, renewable energy integration, and urban regeneration. However, persistent issues still exist due to the city’s urbanization. Therefore, Integrated urban planning, inclusivity in policy-making, and technological advances are essential for tackling these challenges. The findings contribute to the academic discourse by providing insights into Lagos City’s urbanization and practical implications for sustainable urban development. It also highlights the need for comprehensive strategies to build a prosperous, equitable, and eco-friendly city.

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Effects of physicochemical and sediment–mineral dynamics on phosphorus concentration and biological productivity in Lagos coastal waters

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Studies and Transactions on Pollution Assessment of the Lagos Lagoon System, Nigeria

Cited by 7 publications

References 25 publications

Changes in liquid and atmospheric inputs to the marine environment from land (including through groundwater), ships and offshore installations

Changes in liquid and atmospheric inputs to the marine environment from land (including through groundwater), ships and offshore installations

Exploring the Contemporary Challenges of Urbanization and the Role of Sustainable Urban Development: A Study of Lagos City, Nigeria

Effects of physicochemical and sediment–mineral dynamics on phosphorus concentration and biological productivity in Lagos coastal waters

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