http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/141 2026-05-03T00:57:13Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/29543 Title: Utilizing Microbial Fuel Cells For Simultaneous Treatment Of Solid Waste Water And Energy Generation Authors: Aliyu, Shakirat, Bukola Abstract: The proposed biocatalyst utilized in the microbial fuel cell (MFC) experiment demonstrated exoelectrogenic activity, with species such as Mycobacterium and Shewanella (Pseudomonas) sourced from sewer wastewater. Chemical parameters from the initial experimental trial did not comply with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) limits. The total suspended solids (TSS) in the second MFC trial were the only parameter to meet the EPA threshold of 50 ppm, with influent and effluent concentrations of 96 ppm and 23.1 ppm, respectively. Consequently, supplementary treatment methods are required to achieve EPA discharge standards. The second trial indicated that the MFC setup effectively reduced metal concentrations, including Cr, Mn, Pb, and Zn, to levels that satisfy EPA surface water effluent discharge criteria. 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/29340 Title: Groundwater investigation within the basement complex, North Central Nigeria, using magnetic and resistivity method Authors: ADETONA, Adebayo Abbaas Abstract: The research focuses on using an integrated approach to locate viable locations for sitting boreholes within the Bosso local government area of Niger State. An area within the basement complex in North Central Nigeria is enclosed by longitudes 6.25′ to 6.31′ and latitudes 9.35′ to 9.45′, with a total area of 16 by 8 km2 . This work is central to employing both magnetic and electrical methods of exploration. The derivatives of residual magnetic intensity data for the area were employed to locate regions within the area that are fractured or faulted and could give access to the required underground water. This was followed by conducting Vertical Electrical Sounding (Schlumberger array) within two selected sites within the faulted area and one site outside the faulted area to serve as a control. First vertical derivative displayed lineaments labelled (A), (B), (C), (D), (F), and (G), which are mostly in the Northeast–Southwest (NE-SW) direction. Three sites were chosen for Vertical Electrical investigation for groundwater; sites A (on latitudes 9° 40′ 37.11″ to 9° 41′ 37.1″ N and longitudes 6° 29′ 52.64″ to 6° 30′ 51.56″ E) and B (latitudes 09° 40′ 37.17″ to 09° 41′ 37.15″ N and longitudes 06° 29′ 51.66″ to 06° 30′ 51.55″ E) are within the fractured zones and site C is outside the fractured zone which serves as a control. Thirty-six (36) VES points were sampled on each of the three sites measuring 500 by 500 m2 . Result of Vertical Electrical Sounding carried out indicated three geologic layers comprised of topsoil, intermediate clay formation, and weathered/fractured or fresh basement. The depth of the basement at VES points within sites A and B varies from 25 to 48 m; these are within the faulted zone, while depth of overburden in site C used for control varies from 6 to 18 m. Hence, VES points located within sites A (1) and B (2) are viable for groundwater exploration; points A2, A5, B4, B5, C2, C4, D4, D5, E1, E3, and F4 are high conductivity zone which are prolifc for groundwater potential. The depth range for aquifer potential zones is between 22.7 and 50.4 m. Result from site C equally shows two layers, more than 90% of the VES which are not viable for groundwater potential. This work thus recommends sitting of borehole within VES points on site A or B for good yield and authenticates the viability of integrated algorithms for groundwater exploration in the basement complex region. Description: Springer+ Basic €32.70 /Month Get 10 units per month Download Article/Chapter or eBook 1 Unit = 1 Article or 1 Chapter 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/27946 Title: Groundwater investigation within the basement complex, North Central Nigeria, Using magnetic and resistivity method Authors: Adetona Adebayo, Abbass; Aliyu Bukola, Shakirat; Kwaghhua I., Fidelis; Luka M, Damidami Abstract: The research focuses on using an integrated approach to locate viable locations for sitting boreholes within the Bosso local government area of Niger State. An area within the basement complex in North Central Nigeria is enclosed by longitudes 6.25′ to 6.31′ and latitudes 9.35′ to 9.45′, with a total area of 16 by 8 km2. This work is central to employing both magnetic and electrical methods of exploration. The derivatives of residual magnetic intensity data for the area were employed to locate regions within the area that are fractured or faulted and could give access to the required underground water. This was followed by conducting Vertical Electrical Sounding (Schlumberger array) within two selected sites within the faulted area and one site outside the faulted area to serve as a control. First vertical derivative displayed lineaments labelled (A), (B), (C), (D), (F), and (G), which are mostly in the Northeast–Southwest (NE-SW) direction. Three sites were chosen for Vertical Electrical investigation for groundwater; sites A (on latitudes 9° 40′ 37.11″ to 9° 41′ 37.1″ N and longitudes 6° 29′ 52.64″ to 6° 30′ 51.56″ E) and B (latitudes 09° 40′ 37.17″ to 09° 41′ 37.15″ N and longitudes 06° 29′ 51.66″ to 06° 30′ 51.55″ E) are within the fractured zones and site C is outside the fractured zone which serves as a control. Thirty-six (36) VES points were sampled on each of the three sites measuring 500 by 500 m2. Result of Vertical Electrical Sounding carried out indicated three geologic layers comprised of topsoil, intermediate clay formation, and weathered/fractured or fresh basement. The depth of the basement at VES points within sites A and B varies from 25 to 48 m; these are within the faulted zone, while depth of overburden in site C used for control varies from 6 to 18 m. Hence, VES points located within sites A (1) and B (2) are viable for groundwater exploration; points A2, A5, B4, B5, C2, C4, D4, D5, E1, E3, and F4 are high conductivity zone which are prolific for groundwater potential. The depth range for aquifer potential zones is between 22.7 and 50.4 m. Result from site C equally shows two layers, more than 90% of the VES which are not viable for groundwater potential. This work thus recommends sitting of borehole within VES points on site A or B for good yield and authenticates the viability of integrated algorithms for groundwater exploration in the basement complex region. 2023-12-07T00:00:00Z http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/27362 Title: Interpretation of Major Structures within the Basement Region of Benue-Kogi Confluence from Aeromagnetic and Radiometric Data Kogi State Nigeria. Authors: Kwaghhua I., Fidelis; Adetona Adetona, Abbass; Aliyu Bukola, Shakirat Abstract: Interpretation of Aeromagnetic and Radiometric Data covering the basement region of Benue-Niger confluence was executed to delineate major structures and other geologic frame works of mineral interest. The study area which hosts the Benue-Niger confluence also encloses two major geologic units which are basement complex and sedimentary basins. The Aeromagnetic data set comprising sheet 227 (Koton-Karfe), 247 (Lokoja) and 267 (Idah) was enhanced to reveal geologic structures while radiometric data was analysed to map lithology and zones affected by hydrothermal alterations. A set of mathematical algorithms was used to enhance the data for interpretation. First Vertical derivatives, Analytical Signal and Euler deconvolution filters were applied to the Aeromagnetic data while Ratio and Ternary images of the three radiogenic elements were obtained for the radiometric data. Magnetic signatures from the TMI showed a mixture of high and low susceptibility below koton-karfe due to intrusion of oolitic iron ore within the sedimentary formation. Lokoja regions recorded highest susceptibility of 165 nT due to magnetic signatures emanating from exposed basement rocks. The southern Idah regions recorded relatively low susceptibility. Result of First Vertical Derivative revealed near surface mineral potent structures labelled F1 – F8, cringing surface features B1, B2 and B3. Analytical signal revealed high amplitudes range of 0.174 to 0.579 cycles for magnetic sources majorly at the basement regions, while low amplitude range of 0.021 to 0.157 cycles were recorded around the sedimentary regions. Euler depth analysis revealed shallower depth to sources in the basement and deeper depth to sources in the sedimentary regions due to thick overburden. Radiometric signatures from the K/Th ratio map revealed portions around Latitude 8°00’ NW and 7°30’ SW shaded in pink colour and having values above known threshold of 0.2 %/ppm to be hydrothermally altered. Mapping of lithology from Ternary map revealed K-Feldspar mineral bearing rocks dominated the NW and SW regions, while sandstones, ironstones, mudstones, shale, alluvium and other fluvial sedimentary lithologies dominated the sedimentary North-east and South-Eastern regions. The western regions (NW and SW) hosted the major structures in form of magnetic lineaments trending NE-SW and E-W which also coincided with regions delineated to be hydrothermally altered and apparently represents the most prospective regions of mineralisation in the study area. 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z