Browsing by Author "Essien, Queen Ekenem"

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    THE CHARACTERIZATION AND DETERMINATION OF THE WATER QUALITY INDEX OF SURFACE AND GROUNDWATER IN ABUJA METROPOLIS, FCT-NIGERIA.
    (Department of Geology and Minning, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2021-06-01) Baba, Adama Oleka; Essien, Queen Ekenem; Okere, J.U.
    Water Quality Index (WQI) from different sources in Abuja metropolis, FCT - Nigeria, for surface and groundwater reserves (Rivers, lakes, boreholes and wells) were determined by use of physicochemical properties. Standard methods for water and wastewater analysis proposed by American Public Health Association were used. The results of the WQI from different locations were found to vary from 32.70 - 36.20 (tap water), 31.20-38.50 (boreholes) and 38.56-48.50 (well water) all signify good water quality. Surface water (lakes and rivers) found in the study area gave WQI values of 55.45 (Jabi lake), 82.20 (Mpape River) and 84.40 (Durumi River), all signifying poor water quality. The thirteen physicochemical parameters used to compute WQI for tap and groundwater samples were found to be fit for human consumption, while all surface water samples would require further purification or treatment before they can be certified fit for human consumption.
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    COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE LEGAL APPROACH TO MENTAL HEALTH IN NIGERIA AND NETHERLANDS
    (Department of Public and International Law, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2022-01-01) Iyadah, John Viko; Essien, Queen Ekenem
    Awareness on mental health is gradually gaining prominence around the globe as many people are beginning to speak up about it in different places such as conferences, campaigns. It has also been found out that some persons suffering from these illnesses have reduced their encounters into books which have further been translated to movies and plays. It can be seen that attention for mental health is now on the rise as the environment is becoming more inclusive, Non-Governmental Organizations are springing up to support the cause, laws and policies are being put in place to promote mental wellbeing. The aim of this work was to bring about enlightenment of the legal approach to mental health in Nigeria and the Netherlands, to ensure that more people are better informed and made aware on how the wrong attitude to mental health can pose a great challenge to the cause, and to adopt a more advanced and working system for a better mental health approach in Nigeria and Netherlands. The paper adopted the doctrinal method of research, made use of primary and secondary sources of materials. From the information gathered, it was noted that the legal approach to mental health in Nigeria is developing slowly as there is a considerable distance in the level of awareness, response and treatment of mental health and wellbeing of most people in Nigeria. The paper concluded that there is the needf or mental health policies to be formulated in line with World Health Organization guidelines; the creation of mental health courts; adequate budgetary allocation for mental health facilities and service providers; implementation ofp olicies tackling quackery in the profession and replicating the Friendship Bench Programme in local communities, as the promotion, prevention and the treatment of mental disorders are fundamental to safeguarding and enhancing the quality of life, well­ being and productivity of individuals, families, workers, communities, and in increasing the strength and resilience of society as a whole to achieve the highest standard of both mental and physical wellbeing. It was recommended that for Nigeria to guarantee the highest standard of mental and physical well-being for its populace, the World Health Organizations * guidelines must be adhered to.
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    Physico - Chemical Quality of Ground Water from Shallow Wells in Galambi and Environs, Bauchi State, Northern Nigeria
    (Department of Geology and Minning, Nasarawa State University Keffi, 2007-03-03) Essien, Queen Ekenem; Anudu, G.K.; Baba, Adama Oleka; Ikpokonte, A.E.
    Physico-chemical characteristics of ground water from shallow wells in Galambi and its environ in Bauchi State, Northern Nigeria, were evaluated. A total off ifteen shallow well water samples were randomly collected and analyzed for an assessment of its potability and suitability for domestic purposes. Results obtained indicate that the ground water is slightly acidic to moderately alkaline (5.70< PH <8. JO), hard to very hard, (124.7 - 256 mg/1), colourless, and odorless. Conductivity, HCOj2', CO2', NO32', SO2', and PO4' are generally within WHO permissible levels for potable water. However, heavy metals like copper, iron, and lead are of higher concentrations than WHO standards for drinking water. Consequently, relevant treatment procedures are strongly recommended to reduce concentrations of Fe, Cu and Pb in the water so as to minimize the risks/concerns that they may pose to human health within and around the study area. The plot of the average constituents of the ground water in a Piper Trilinear diagram shows that the water is potable and can be classified as .alkaline earth water type with higher alkaline proportion (Ca- Mg -Na) and predominantly HCO3 water, as well as normal alkaline earth water type (Ca- Mg) with predominantly HCO3' water.