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Paleoenvironment and diagenetic aspects of the limestone (Gboko Formation) around Igumale, Central Benue Trough, Nigeria: Evidence from petrography
Ruhuna Journal of Science 14(1): 1–13 · 2023
https://doi.org/10.4038/rjs.v14i1.130
Abstract
Limestone core samples from Igumale-1 and Igumale-2 wells, Central Benue Trough, Nigeria were petrographically studied in detail to determine their paleo-depositional environment and diagenetic history. Petrographic examination of the limestone shows that the limestone comprised monocrystalline quartz, ferroan calcite (3-15 %), peloids (3-20 %), ooids (7-10 %), micrite (33-48 %) and sparites (10-50 %). Fossil fragments consist of foraminifera and gastropods (17-57%), and suggest subtidal to shallow marine environment. Four sedimentary facies (oobiosparite, biosparite, biopelmicrite, and biomicrite) were recorded and characterised by moldic and vuggy porosity. This study has provided a petrographic synopsis of the limestone for further consideration and may impact both the exploration and development of the limestone deposit.
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