Mapping of Radioelement Concentrations in and Around Fubk Old Site Kalgo Northwestern Nigeria by

Measurements using Gamma-Ray Spectrometry were made in the vicinity of the Fubk Old Site in Kalgo, Northwestern Kebbi State, Nigeria. Large abundances of mudstone, ironstone, and sandstone deposits ranging in age from the Cretaceous to the Eocene define the research region. Three profiles were covered at 10-meter intervals at different points within the investigational region. Chapter 4 included the profile map created with Excel as well as the results of the data analysis. Readings from all three profiles were incorporated in the data analysis, and the results revealed significant thorium concentrations in the study locations.Naturally occurring radioelement pose significant health risk due to radiation exposure in kalgo Northwestern Nigeria, exhibits geological characteristics warranting radiological investigations. This study investigates radioelement concentration, informing radiation safety protocols and environmental management. Systematic sampling employing grid design facilitated comprehensive data collection. Samples underwent gamma spectrometry analysis for Thorium(Th), Uranium(U)and Potassium(K) selection prioritized areas surrounding geological formations. Thorium concentrations extremely confined in the study area. The three profile under consideration provides a significant amount of gamma radiation originating from thorium sources. Elevated thorium levels imply environmental and health risk including increased Cancer incidence. Finding underscore necessity for Enhanced radiation monitoring, public Education on radiation safety, Environmental remediation strategies.