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An Overview of Land Proxies of Paleomonsoon

Ajhar Hussain · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2023

The monsoon circulation is at its best in this region of the world, with unusual characteristics such as its burst or abrupt change from the dry to the wet season and irrational patterns of rainfall. Historical monsoon records can be used to better understand monsoon dynamics, an...

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Integration of AVO Analysis and Seismic Inversion for Reservoir Characterization of an Oil Field, Niger Delta, Nigeria

V. O. Oguka, G. O. Emujakporue & A. O. Balogun · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2023

This study evaluates the characteristics of the G-field reservoirs using Amplitude-Versus-Offset (AVO) analysis and seismic inversion. Well log data were obtained from four deviated wells G-14, G-15, G-16, and G-17, and reservoirs were delineated using a combination of gamma and...

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Assessment of the Water Quality of the Nalerigu Dam in the East Mamprusi Municipality of the North East Region of Ghana

Abdul-Rahaman Issahaku · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2023

The study was aimed at analysing the health risk of the consumers and users of the Nalerigu dam in the North East Region of Ghana. The study investigated the water quality of the Nalerigu dam and compared to the WHO recommended levels for both physicochemical and bacteriological...

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Impact of Municipal Dumpsite on Neighbouring Boreholes in Igbogo Community of Rivers State, Nigeria

Ugwoha, Ejikeme, Udeh, Ngozi U. & Kpaniku, Doreen · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2023

This study was carried out to assess the impact of Igbogo Road municipal dumpsite on the quality of nearby boreholes. The dumpsite waste was characterized to ascertain the individual components. Leachate sample was taken from the bottom of the dumpsite and analysed for relevant p...

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Hydrogeochemistry of Artesian and Controlled Shallow Wells’ Water: A Case Study of Ikere-Ekiti, Southwestern Nigeria

A. O. Talabi, L. B. Ige, O. L. Ademilua & L. O. Afolagboye · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Hydrochemistry of water from artesian and controlled shallow wells at Ikere-Ekiti was carried out to elucidate the wells’ water quality status and hydrochemical evolution. Water samples from fifteen wells (5 artesian wells and 10 controlled shallow wells) were collected in duplic...

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Finite Element Analysis of Spillway Radial Gate under Normal and Seismic Loading Conditions

Ba Han, Shangguan Lin Jian, Zhang Guang Yao, Wu Lin Feng & Zhou Jia Wei · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

This paper takes the spillway table hole curved working gate as the research object, uses the finite element method to determine the force of the water load on each part of the gate under the ordinary working condition, the seismic working condition and the opening and closing wo...

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Aero-magnetic and Aero-radiometric Prospecting for Potential Gold Mineralisation over Ilesha and its Environs Southwest, Nigeria

O. K. Akinduko, A. Salako, Kazeem, D. Alhassan, Usman, O. Lawrence, Jane, Alkali, Aisha, B. Aliyu, Shakirat, Abdullahi, Muhammad, Adewumi Taiwo & Damidami, Luka · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

The mapping of potential gold mineralization zones in a part of southwestern Nigeria was carried out from the analyses and interpretation of airborne magnetic and radiometric data. Some enhancing filters, such as analytic signal and first vertical derivative were applied on the T...

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Structural Analysis of the Bagoué Furrow (South Boundiali) in the Northwest of Ivory Coast: Fracturing, Kinematics and Chronology

Lipoublida Djagre, Barthélémy Gnammytchet Koffi & Gbele Ouattara · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Structural mapping from spatial imagery is an important technique in mastering lineamentry fracture networks. The purpose of this work is to make a structural analysis of the Bagoué furrow, using spatial imagery and field data. The methodological approach adopted in the work cons...

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Potential of Lateritic Soils as a Liner in Landfill: A Case Study of a Dumpsite in Ado-Ekiti, Southwestern Nigeria

A. S. Adeoye, O. O. Ige, C. A. Ajayi & A. O. Adewumi · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

The permeability characteristics of the lateritic soil from Ilokun dumpsite were studied with a view of investigating its suitability or otherwise as liners in sanitary landfills. The soil samples were collected from trial pits at different depths within the lateritic soil zone....

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Assessment of Geotechnical Investigation Techniques for Evaluating Planning and Parametric Mapping in the Niger Delta Sub-region of Nigeria

Tammy Morrison, Teme Songo Clifford & Erefama Ekine Esonanjor · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Aim: The goal of this study was to generate geological engineering parameters that could be used for Development planning and control purposes. Study Design: The study was designed to use the various parameter values to produce iso-contour maps using Surfer II computer software....

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Developing Sustainability in Analysing Sanitary and Environmental Conditions to Improve Quality of Life in Selected Informal Settlements of Port Harcourt Municipality, Nigeria

Eyenghe, Tari, Brown, Ibama & Ibisiki, Tamuno-ose Godwill · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Sustainability is a principle and practice that drives a balanced urban community. The study focused on developing sustainability by analysing the sanitary and environmental conditions to improve the quality of life in selected informal settlements of Port Harcourt Municipality,...

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Fresh Water Depth Determination and Mapping of Saline/Fresh Water Interphase Using Geographical Logs in Coastal Aquifers of Niger Delta, Nigeria

Tammy Morrison, Juliet Kosisochukwu & Erefama Ekine Esonanjor · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

The introduction of salt/saline water into boreholes has been a major issue in groundwater utilisation in the Niger Delta.  Aim: The study was aimed at determining the depth of saline/saline water and freshwater aquifers in the region. Study Design:  The study was designed to use...

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Migration for Better Employment in Ethiopia's Gold Mines: A Case Study of the Town of Shakiso

Ajitesh Singh Chandel, Esayas Girma Hordofa, Tariku Gemede Bedecha & Engida Esayas Dube · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Most towns in the world's opportunity economy remain a vital source of income for rural-urban migrants. The study's main objectives were to investigate, identify and examine migration to mines and livelihoods in the informal sector. Primary and secondary sources were used for dat...

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Formation Evaluation of Wells 1 & 2 in “H” Field, in the Niger Delta Region, Nigeria

Alegimenlen Husain Obianjulu, Aigbedion Isaac, Ojese John Otuokpaikhian, Mohammed Mojeed Ayomide & Gbelekale Oluwadamilare Temitope · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2022

Based on data from two wells in the "H" field (Niger Delta Region), a formation evaluation was performed to locate hydrocarbon-yielding reservoirs and examine reservoir characteristics. Techlog software was used to analyze the geophysical logs, i.e., Gamma Ray log, Resistivity lo...

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