Petroleum exploration and production can alter the geochemical quality of surrounding soils and water through the introduction and redistribution of potentially toxic metals. This study assessed the degree of heavy-metal pollution and associated ecological risk in soils and water from the Apkai and Umusedege oil-field...
Sanda Yusuf Sadau, Ishaya Iliyasu, A. M. et al.· Physical Science Internation...· 0 citations
Water showed elevated gross alpha/beta activity and associated doses alongside the dominant adult dermal hazard quotient, and therefore warrants continued radiological and chemical monitoring, more targeted radionuclide-specific follow-up, and independent verification of the adult water-dermal exposure calculation.
Sanda Yusuf Sadau, Ishaya Iliyasu, A. M. et al.· Asian Journal of Research an...· 0 citations
Heavy-metal contamination in oil-producing environments may create human-health concerns through ingestion, inhalation and dermal exposure. This study reassessed non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks associated with Ni, Cr, Cu, Co, Pb, Cd, Fe, Mn, As and Zn in soil and water from the Apkai and Umusedege communities,...
Sanda Yusuf Sadau, N. Rabi'u, N. Garba et al.· Asian Journal of Physical an...· 0 citations
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