Paul E. Aikpokpodion

Sorption and Infiltration Potential of a Cationic Herbicide (Paraquat) in Three Cocoa Growing Soils in Nigeria

Paul E. Aikpokpodion, S. M. Omotoso & I. A. Ololade · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2014

Despite the ban of paraquat, its use among Nigerian farmers for weed control is still popular. Larger proportion of applied herbicide ends up in the soil matrix. Off-site transfer of the residual paraquat as contaminant to other environmental compartment depends on sorption proce...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/13869

Appraisal of Pesticide Residues in Kola Nuts Obtained from Selected Markets in Southwestern, Nigeria

Paul E. Aikpokpodion, O. O. Oduwole & S. Adebiyi · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2013

Aims: To assess the level of pesticide residues in kola nuts. Study Design: Kola nuts were purchased in open markets within South Western, Nigeria. Place and Duration of Study: The samples were obtained in markets within Oyo, Osun and Ogun States, Nigeria between November and Dec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2013/5435

Evaluation of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Cocoa Beans obtained from Selected Cocoa Producing States in Nigeria

Paul E. Aikpokpodion, O. O. Oduwole & S. M. Ademola · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2013

Aims: To assess the level of Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in cocoa beans obtained from selected cocoa producing areas of Cross River and Ondo States, Nigeria. Study Design: Sun-dried cocoa beans were collected from cocoa farmers in the studied areas. Place and Duration of Stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2013/5428