Toxic metal pollution is a leading environmental concern for aquatic systems globally, and
remedial dredging has been widely employed to mitigate its harmful impacts. In terms of the …

While several studies have reported success with remedial sediment dredging, the
sustainability of these impacts remain unclear. This preliminary study aimed to investigate …

Surface sediments form an integral component of freshwater ecosystems and they are a
major sink-and-source for toxic pollutants, providing a reliable indication of a water body's …

The presence of heavy metals in rivers in the Niger Delta region has become a source of
concern due to its associated health challenges. The present study was conducted to assess …

Nworie River is a popular stream that flows approximately 5km across Owerri metropolitan
area in Imo State, the south-eastern part of Nigeria. Many households and industries near …

The study assessed the physicochemical quality and plankton biotypes of Nworie River in a
southeastern state of Nigeria. Water and Plankton samples were collected from 3 points …