A10 highway (Nigeria)

The A10 highway is a major highway in Nigeria, connecting the western and eastern regions of the country.[1] This highway spans approximately 452 kilometers and plays a crucial role in facilitating transportation and commerce.[2]

A10 marker

Trunk Road A10
Route information
Maintained by Federal Ministry of Works and Housing
Length452 km (281 mi)
Existed1976–present
Major junctions
West end A1 Ibadan
Major intersections A1 Ibadan

A4 Ogbomoso
A5 Ilorin
A2 Jebba

A3 Mokwa
East end A125 Tegina
Location
CountryNigeria
Major cities
Highway system
A9 A11

Route description

The A10 highway begins at a junction with the A1 highway in Ibadan, located in southwestern Nigeria.[3] It travels eastward, passing through several major cities and towns, including Ogbomoso, Ilorin, Jebba, Mokwa, and ultimately reaches its terminus at Tegina, located in the northeastern part of Nigeria, where it intersects with the A125 highway.[4][5]

The highway's western terminus in Ibadan serves as a key transportation link to the western regions of Nigeria.[6] It also connects to major roadways, making it an essential transportation route for both regional and national travel.[7]

History

Established in 1976, the A10 highway has undergone various improvements and upgrades over the years to meet the growing demands of Nigeria's transportation network.[8][9] The Federal Ministry of Works and Housing is responsible for the maintenance and development of this infrastructure.[10][11]

Major junctions

The A10 highway intersects with several other important highways, facilitating traffic flow across Nigeria.[12] Major junctions along its route include:

Cities served

The A10 highway passes through several significant cities and towns, contributing to their economic development and connectivity.[13][14] These include:

The highway's presence in these urban centers plays a pivotal role in transportation, commerce, and regional integration.[15]

See also

References

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  2. Orubuloye, I. O.; Caldwell, Pat; Caldwell, John C. (1993). "The Role of High-Risk Occupations in the Spread of AIDS: Truck Drivers and Itinerant Market Women in Nigeria". International Family Planning Perspectives. 19 (2): 43–71. doi:10.2307/2133418. ISSN 0190-3187.
  3. Highways & Road Construction International. 1973.
  4. Nigeria (1985). Annual Volume of the Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria: Containing Decrees and Subsidiary Legislation. Federal Ministry of Information.
  5. Sinha, Kumares C.; Labi, Samuel (2011-09-09). Transportation Decision Making: Principles of Project Evaluation and Programming. John Wiley & Sons. ISBN 978-1-118-16966-7.
  6. Ali, Rubaba; Barra, Alvaro Federico; Berg, Claudia N.; Damania, Richard; Nash, John D.; Russ, Jason; Ali, Rubaba; Russ, Jason Daniel (18 May 2015). "Transport Infrastructure and Welfare: An Application to Nigeria". Search eLibrary. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
  7. Highways & Road Construction. IPC Building & Contract Journals Limited. 1974.
  8. Teravaninthorn, Supee; Raballand, Gaël (2009). Transport Prices and Costs in Africa: A Review of the Main International Corridors. World Bank Publications. ISBN 978-0-8213-7655-3.
  9. Skorseth, Ken (2000). Gravel Roads: Maintenance and Design Manual. U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.
  10. "Federal Ministry Of Works Constructed 43 Roads In Tertiary Institutions – Fashola – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". independent.ng. Retrieved 2023-09-07.
  11. Bajah, Lawrence (1 May 2023). "FEC approves N184.3bn Maitama 2 infrastructure projects". Tribune Online. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
  12. World Highway Report. International Road Federation. 1973.
  13. Odeleye, Joshua Adetunji (2000-01-01). "Towards Financing and Planning Road Safety Audit Operations in Nigeria". IATSS Research. 24 (2): 85–96. doi:10.1016/S0386-1112(14)60032-7. ISSN 0386-1112.
  14. Lebrand, Mathilde (November 2021). "Corridors without Borders in West Africa". doi:10.1596/1813-9450-9855. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  15. Highways + Public Works. Embankment Press. 1981.


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