Public and environmental health implications of artisanal petroleum refining and risk reduction strategies in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria

G Richard, SC Izah, OR Morufu, I Austin-Asomeji - Bio-Research, 2023 - ajol.info
Artisanal petroleum refining (APR) is often the use of rudimentary equipment to process
crude oil into different products. APR is rampant in the Niger Delta area of Nigeria and is …

UHPM dominance in driving the formation of petroleum-contaminated soil aggregate, the bacterial communities succession, and phytoremediation

X Li, Q Wu, Y Wang, G Li, Y Su - Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2024 - Elsevier
This study focused on the effects of urea humate-based porous materials (UHPM) on soil
aggregates, plant physiological characteristics, and microbial diversity to explore the effects …

Mitigating the one health impacts of agrochemicals through sustainable policies and regulations

MKA Wahab, AO Iyiola, UF Abdulwahab - One Health Implications of …, 2023 - Springer
The rapid rate of industrialization coupled with the increase in human population has
caused an increased usage of agrochemicals in the environment. These agrochemicals …

Impacts of agrochemicals on fish composition in natural waters: a sustainable management approach

AO Iyiola, AM Akinsorotan, B Asiedu… - One Health Implications …, 2023 - Springer
Fish is a good source of protein and a major component in the diet of inhabitants of riverine
areas. However, the presence and survival of fish is dictated by the quality and quantity of …

Sustainable Approaches for the Remediation of Agrochemicals in the Environment

KE Enerijiofi, SI Musa, FI Okolafor, FA Igiebor… - One Health Implications …, 2023 - Springer
Agrochemicals are crucial for boosting crop productivity and safeguarding plants from insect
infestations. The current use of agrochemicals in inorganic farming practices is becoming …

The Socio-Economic and Environmental Impacts of Petroleum Refinery Operations in the Niger Delta Region

PG Suku, E Ugwoha, OF Orikpete… - The Journal of …, 2023 - periodicos.ufv.br
Abstract The Niger Delta region, a crucial hub for Nigeria's petroleum resources, encounters
significant socio-economic and environmental challenges stemming from both government …

Suitability of Mammals Indigenous to the Global South as Bioindicator Species for Assessing Environmental Health

DE Jacob, IU Nеlson, SI Okweche, PA Oko… - … of Pollutants in the …, 2024 - Springer
This chapter еxplorеd thе crucial function of mammals as bioеcological indicators,
highlighting thеir importancе in еvaluating еnvironmеntal wеll-bеing and thеir usеfulnеss in …

Biomonitoring Tools, Techniques and Approaches for Environmental Assessments

OI Ogidi, CG Onwuagba… - … of Pollutants in the Global …, 2024 - Springer
Environmental issues have gained significant prominence on national, sub-regional,
regional, and global agendas due to the recognition of the crucial role and advantages of …

[HTML][HTML] Assessment of Heavy Metal Exposure in Soils of Ihwrekreka Communities, Delta State, Nigeria

AO Bankole, AO Ogunkeyede, AT Adewale… - Journal of Geoscience …, 2024 - scirp.org
Crude oil pollution in the Niger Delta, perpetrated by both local communities and industrial
actors, has brought about soil pollution with its consequent ecological, human health and …

Plants Used in the Management and Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases: Case Study of the Benin People of Southern Nigeria

MC Ogwu, HI Ogwu, EA Kosoe - Herbal Medicine Phytochemistry …, 2024 - Springer
There is a global increase in cardiovascular diseases (like stroke, heart attack, and heart
failure), especially in developing countries. Healthcare organizations in these low-and …