A13 highway (Nigeria)
The A13 highway is a major road in Nigeria spanning approximately 615 kilometers. It connects the city of Jimeta in Adamawa State in the south to its northern terminus near Bama in Borno State. The highway plays a significant role in regional transportation.[1][2]
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| Route information | ||||
| Length | 615 km (382 mi) | |||
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| North end |  A4 – Bama near Bama in Borno State | |||
A4 – Garinkunini in Taraba State  A3 – Madagali  A2 – Kareto | ||||
| South end |  A1 – Jimeta on the Benue River in Adamawa State | |||
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| Country | Nigeria | |||
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Route description
The A13 highway follows a northward trajectory from Jimeta, crossing the Benue River, and passing through various towns and cities along the way.
Major junctions
The A13 highway intersects with several other significant roads in Nigeria, facilitating traffic convergence.[3] Major junctions along the route include:
Cities served
The A13 highway passes through or in close proximity to several cities and towns, including:
- Jimeta - Located in Adamawa State, this city marks the southern terminus of the A13.
- Bama - Situated in Borno State, Bama is the northern terminus of the A13.
- Garinkunini - A town along the route of the A13.
- Madagali - Another town connected by the A13.
- Kareto - Located on the highway's path.
The A13 highway is vital for regional transportation in Nigeria, ensuring efficient movement of goods and people.
References
- "STRUCTURE OF ROAD NETWORK CONNECTIVITY IN THE BENUE BASIN OF NIGERIA". International Journal of Geography and Regional Planning Research. 6 (1): 62-75. eISSN 2059-2426. ISSN 2059-2418.
- Department of Building, School of Environmental Studies, Yaba College of Technology, P. M. B. 2011, Yaba-Lagos, Nigeria; Adetola, Alaba (2014-07-31). "Public-private collaboration: A panacea to road assets management in Nigeria" (PDF). International Journal of Construction Supply Chain Management. 4 (1): 1–21. doi:10.14424/ijcscm401014-01-21.
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