GEOPHYSICAL DATA AND SATELLITE DATA ON PARTS OF LAPAI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Authors

  • Shaibu Isah Department of Geology and Mining, University of Abuja, FCT Abuja, Nigeria.
  • Bello Aliyu State Key Laboratory of Oil and Gas Reservoir Geology and Exploitation Chengdu University of Technology College of Earth Science, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu, China

Keywords:

Integrated airborne geophysics, satellite data, geophysical surveys, mineral resources, environmental monitoring, remote sensing.

Abstract

This study explores the application of integrated airborne geophysical data and satellite imagery to 
investigate the subsurface and surface characteristics of parts of Lapai Local Government Area, located in 
Niger State, Nigeria. The research utilizes a combination of geophysical methods such as magnetic, 
radiometric, and electromagnetic surveys, alongside high-resolution satellite imagery, to analyze geological 
features, mineral resources, and potential environmental hazards. The integration of these data sources 
allows for a comprehensive understanding of the area’s geology, identifying anomalies and patterns that 
can be linked in geological ways such as formations, mineral deposits, groundwater resources, and land use 
changes. The results of this study are significant for resource management, environmental monitoring, and 
regional development planning. The findings highlight the potential of using integrated remote sensing and 
geophysical techniques as a cost-effective and efficient approach for regional geological and environmental 
assessments. 

Published

2025-06-12

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025): JOURNAL OF BASIC PHYSICAL RESEARCH

Section

Articles