Role of Fungi in Environmental Mycoremediation for Sustainable Development in Kogi State
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This study investigates the role of fungi in environmental mycoremediation for sustainable development in Kogi State. Through interviews and field surveys, local fungal species present in contaminated sites and the ecosystem, in general, were identified and documented, a systematic literature review was carried out to assess the fungi mycoremediation capabilities, the respondents to the questionnaires were drawn from the three senatorial districts (Kogi East, Kogi West and Kogi Central) of Kogi State, Nigeria. One hundred and fifty (150) respondents were randomly selected from each senatorial district respectively making a total of Four hundred and fifty (450) respondents, the study explores the economic and environmental benefits of mycoremediation and addresses the challenges and limitations that may arise with the implementation of mycoremediation in the environment. Results showed that fungi play a significant role in the degradation of environmental pollutants, such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, agro-wastes and pesticides. This process, known as mycoremediation, is a sustainable and eco-friendly method for cleaning up polluted environments. Fungi have the ability to break down and metabolize these pollutants, converting them into harmless substances. Through their mycelium, fungi can also absorb and store pollutants, preventing them from leaching into the surrounding environment. Additionally, fungi have been shown to improve soil quality and promote plant growth, making them a valuable tool for sustainable development. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that fungi have great potential in environmental mycoremediation and should be further explored for their role in achieving sustainable development in Kogi State.
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Aniama Salome Ojone, Federal College of Education, Okene, Kogi State.
Department of Biology,
Federal College of Education, Okene, Kogi State.
Abegunde Akinbode Olu, Federal College of Education, Okene, Kogi State.
Department of Biology,
Federal College of Education, Okene, Kogi State.
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