The Ibadan Ring Road is a major urban road in the city of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, spanning approximately 35 kilometres (22 miles). It serves as a transportation link, facilitating both intra-urban and inter-city connectivity.[1]
| Ibadan Ring Road | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Route information | |
| Length | 22 mi (35 km) |
| Existed | 1960–present |
| Major junctions | |
| Northwest end | Iwo Road Interchange |
| Southeast end | Ibadan-Ife Road |
| Location | |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Highway system | |
History edit
Early development edit
The origins of the Ibadan Ring Road can be traced back to the early 1960s, a period of profound urbanisation in post-independence Nigeria.[2] Acknowledging the necessity for contemporary infrastructure to support Ibadan's burgeoning population and economy, the Nigerian government initiated the ambitious task of constructing a circular road system encircling the city's central business district.[3][4][5]
Construction commenced in 1960, with the road developed in progressive phases, each tailored to accommodate the city's expanding requirements.[6][7] In 1963, the Ibadan Ring Road was officially inaugurated.[8][9]
Phases of expansion edit
Throughout its history, the Ibadan Ring Road has undergone multiple expansion and renovation phases to address escalating traffic volumes and urban development.[10][11]
In the late 1970s, the road underwent widening, transforming it into dual carriageways that substantially improved traffic flow.[12]
Strategic installation of flyovers and interchanges enhanced safety and alleviated congestion. Prominent among these additions are the Cocoa House Interchange and Mokola Flyover.[13][14]
Ongoing efforts focus on modernising the road, incorporating contemporary traffic management systems, enhanced lighting, and improved road surfaces.[15]
Route description edit
The Ibadan Ring Road encircles the city's central districts, serving as a crucial link between key neighbourhoods. Originating from the Iwo Road Interchange in the northwest, it terminates at the Ibadan-Ife Road in the southeast.[16][17] This well-maintained road traverses densely populated areas, connecting pivotal neighbourhoods such as Mokola, Dugbe, and Bodija.[18]
The road boasts multiple lanes, well-kept medians, and efficient street lighting, exemplifying Nigeria's urban infrastructure standards.[19]
References edit
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- ^ "An Update on the Ibadan Circular Road Construction Project | Oyo State Feedback Service". 2022-09-29. Retrieved 2023-09-06.
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- ^ "Furore over Ibadan Circular Road project". The Nation Newspaper. 31 October 2022. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
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- ^ Management in Nigeria. 1991.
- ^ Oyo State of Nigeria Statistical Handbook. Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, Statistics Division. 1985.
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- ^ Abuja: The New Federal Capital of Nigeria. Société interafricaine d'édition. 1983.
- ^ "Ibadan circular road project: Makinde's dare at the bull's eye". TheCable. 2021-07-13. Retrieved 2023-09-06.
- ^ "ibadan-circular-road-in-oyo-state-nigeria-Icec Group". ICEC GROUP-Icec Group. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Why we are building Ibadan Circular Road —Oyo govt". Tribune Online. 2023-03-04. Retrieved 2023-09-06.
- ^ "Ibadan Circular Road: Court Restrains Oyo Govt, Firm, Others From Meddling With Contract | Oyo State News". oyoaffairs.net. 2022-07-11. Retrieved 2023-09-06.