Microplastics

Pollution from microplastics (MP) is now considered to be a major global environmental concern, and Nigeria is not an exception. In Nigeria, the River Niger is an essential resource that is used for agriculture, transportation, and fishing. The purpose of this study was to evaluate MPs contamination in Nigeria's Niger River, Lokoja, Kogi State: The sampling was carried out in 2024 between March and June. Following digestion with 10% KOH, density flotation with NaCl, and filtration, the water and sediment were examined.

Microplastic pollution poses a growing threat to aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity due to its persistence and potential harm to human health. This study examines the occurrence, distribution, and ecological impact of microplastics in surface water from River Nun, Bayelsa Central, Nigeria. Sampling was conducted at six locations over six months (January–March and July–September 2024). Samples were processed using NOAA techniques, including filtration, density separation, and microscopy, while FTIR and GC-MS were used for polymer and additive analysis.