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Assessment of Environmental and Anthropogenic Drivers of Heavy Metal and Hydrocarbon Pollution in Oguta Lake, Nigeria: Seasonal Variability and Comparative Analysis

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Mixed-method analysis reveals significant drivers of heavy metal and hydrocarbon pollution in Oguta Lake, indicating urgent regulatory needs.

Pollution in Oguta Lake is significantly influenced by both environmental and anthropogenic factors, highlighting the role of oil and gas activities.
Total petroleum hydrocarbon concentrations ranged from 0.07 to 45.20 mg/L, showing no significant seasonal difference, indicating persistent contamination levels.
Heavy metals exhibited significant seasonal variation, with higher concentrations in dry season sediments, emphasizing sediment as a reliable pollution indicator.
Findings underscore the need for improved waste management practices and regulatory control of oil-related activities around Oguta Lake.

Chidiebere et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Mixed-method analysis reveals significant drivers of heavy metal and hydrocarbon pollution in Oguta Lake, indicating urgent regulatory needs.