August 2024

Analytical assessment of knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) of waste management practices to optimize energy and food nexus: A case study of Oleh, Isoko South LGA, Delta State, Nigeria

The circular life cycle of waste management, designed for waste-to-energy, can substantially contribute to efficient waste management, a precursor for sustainable energy and food production. This study evaluates knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to waste management and identify its potential for improving energy and food production. Surveys, interviews, and data analysis were employed to investigate...

Author(s): M. U. Ajieh, E. T. Ogbomida, N. D. Uhunamure, R. N. Agbale, G. I. Ajieh, R. Ekperi, H. I. Owamah and I. F. Okafor  

August 2024

Environmental impacts assessment of shipping activities on water quality of Apapa Bay, Lagos, Nigeria

Activities at seaports can contribute to ecological hazards, particularly water pollution. This study investigated the environmental impacts of shipping activities at Apapa Bay, Lagos, Nigeria, focusing on the physicochemical characteristics and potentially toxic metals (PTMs) in the water. Water and sediment samples were collected from four different terminals in Apapa Bay and from Takwa Bay, which served as a control...

Author(s): Taofeek Mayowa SALAMI, Temilade Fola AKINHANMI, Olukayode Olusegun ODUKOYA, Oladipo ADEMUYIWA, Adebayo Samson ADEYEMI, Matthew Adewale ADEGUNLE and Hassan Omoniyi ADEBESIN