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Attitude towards public transport infrastructure use and maintenance in Nigeria
(Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), Zaria-Nigeria, 2013) Ipingbemi, O
Infrastructure is indispensable to the socio-economic development of any nation. Transportation infrastructure is even more critical because the functioning of other infrastructures depend on it. However, the condition of some of the transport infrastructure particularly public transport infrastructure is appalling due to neglect, poor maintenance and the attitude of the citizens using them. For instance, refuse are dumped into drains, walkways converted to parking lots while road shoulders serve as platform for drying food stuffs, especially in rural communities. Roads are cut for water pipes, electricity and mobile phone cables without adequate repair. This aggravates the spate of deterioration of these facilities. The runways, rail tracks and jetties are not left due to long years of neglect. The paper calls for shared responsibility among the citizens, community and government in ensuring adequate maintenance of public transport infrastructure in Nigeria.
The burden of hospitalization of road crash victims in a secondary health care facility in Oyo, Nigeria
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, 2011-12) Ipingbemi, O; Dandy, O. A
The study examined the hospitalization burden of road crash (injured) victims in Oyo town. Primary data were collected through questionnaire administration and In-Depth interview. One-hundred crash victims were involved in the survey. Secondary data were sourced from the General hospital records. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis. Findings indicated that 65% of road crash victims were males, about 87% of them were less than 50 years old and 85% earned not more than N10,000 per month. The length of stay (LOS) showed that each crash victims spent 39 days on the average in the hospital and incurred a daily expense of N750 throughout the victim stay in the hospital. The consequences included reduced income (18.9%), job loss (8.4%) and abandoned by friends and family members (16.8%) among others. The paper calls for improved pre-hospital trauma care and the establishment of Road Accident Fund in order to ameliorate the burden of road crash victims.
Car wash service in Nigerian's road transport system: evidence from Ilorin
(Nigerian Economic Society, 2007-03) Arosanyin, G.T; Ipingbemi, O
The informal sector is a vital segment of the economy of most developing countries, including Nigeria. Research on the urban informal sector in general and the road transport sector in particular in Nigeria has neglected road transport supportive services. These services are crucial to the effective and efficient operation of the road transport system. This paper therefore examines one of such services, the car wash service, and uses Ilorin as the case study. The survey revealed that it is a sole proprietorship business dominated by males. About 95 per cent of the operators used informal financial sources, to start the business. It provides employment and income to operators who are mostly unskilled and have little formal education. The number of vehicles washed and the age of the business were found to be positive determinants of earnings, while apprentice access was found to impact negatively on earnings. The major constraints in the industry are irregular water supply and lack of financial assistance for development and modernization. For the full potential of this informal business activity to be realized, the water board needs to guarantee adequate supply of water, while the formal financial institutions should make the provision of finance easier to enable the car wash operators to modernize their operations.
An empirical investigation into urban informal tire repair service in Ilorin, Nigeria
(Canadian Academy of Oriental and Occidental Culture, 2011) Arosanyin, G.T; Ijaiya, G.T; Oludoyi, S.B; Ajayi, M. A; Ipingbemi, O
The employment generation capacity of the formal sector comprising the public and organized private sectors in Nigeria is shrinking. The informal sector therefore offers a ray of hope for employment and earnings for urban unskilled and semi skilled labour. The promotion of informal sector activities by the government requires an insight into their mode of operation for better policy targeting. This paper therefore examines the operational characteristics, financing, training, employment and earnings, and challenges of tire repair business in Ilorin, Nigeria. The data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics and phi coefficient. The study finds that tire repair provides employment and income for low skilled labour, most of whom are underemployed, earning about US$7.36 per day. The study finds that age, apprentice access and tire repair service index have significant association with earnings. About 92% of the operators sourced their financing for start-up capital from the informal financial sector. The informal training required is through the apprenticeship scheme, which is largely deficient in safety issues relating to tire rating, maximum load, expiry date, resistance, etc. The safety gap in the apprenticeship training scheme should be bridged through training and seminar. The informal sector support agencies should be overhauled to provide financing, technical and extension services to the informal sector operators.
Environment
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Ibadan, 2015) Sanni, L; Ipingbemi, O; FaIola, O
Exploring labour-based approach for rural road maintenance in Nigeria
(2008) Ipingbemi, O
Rural roads are very cardinal to the socio-economic development of the rural population. They enhanced increased agricultural production, facilitate access to educational and health facilities and provide spatial interaction among rural communities. However, in Nigeria, the condition of rural roads is pathetic. More than 70% of rural road network is in deplorable condition, which is due partly to inadequate finance, weak technical knowhow of personnel, the use of heavy equipment, official corruption and most importantly lack of political will by the government or its agencies. The consequences are disruption of socio-economic activities of the rural inhabitants. Therefore, the adoption of Labour- Based Approach which is participatory in nature and utilizes local knowledge and initiatives as well as requiring little resources could be the panacea to the protracted deplorable and deteriorating condition of rural roads in the country. The approach will not only improve the quality of life of the rural populace through the creation of job opportunities for the teeming rural population and lowering of transport cost, it will also ensure the sustainable maintenance of rural roads in the country.
Exploring the trip chaining behaviour of women using public transportation in Ibadan, Nigeria
(Department of Geography, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, 2013-06) Ipingbemi, O; Adepoju, R.F
Women multi-tasking activities impose a powerful influence on their trip pattern. The study examined the trip sequencing and challenges faced by women using public transport in Ibadan Metropolis. Two hundred and three (203) women were served with structured questionnaire in 10 selected bus stops, using purposive sampling. Only 190 correctly filled questionnaires were subsequently analyzed. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Findings indicated that over 40% of women made more than four trips per day. More than 50% of the first trip from home ended in children school. 36.5% and 51.2% of the second and third trips ended up at the place of work respectively. Both fifth and six trips were home bound trips as they accounted for 47.9% and 97.5% respectively. Regression analysis indicated that income and marital status had a significant influence on the number of trips made as both explained 57% of all trips made. Long waiting time at bus stops and misbehavior from conductors and operators were the main challenges faced by women. The paper advocates for improved public transport and enforcement of laws to curb crime and insecurity in public transport.
Green transport for Nigerian cities
(Nigerian Institute of'Iown Planners (NITP) and Town Planners Registration Council of Nigeria (TOPREC), 2014) Ipingbemi, O
Housing project planning and development
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Ibadan, 2007) Sanni, L; Ipingbemi, O
In-land water based transport in Lagos State: challenges and remedies
(2016) Akinbamijo, O; Ipingbemi, O; Bayode, T
Transportation is an essential need for humanity, be it land, air or sea based. It should devoid of operational handicaps. However, in Lagos State, In-land water based transportation encounters various kinds of impairments ranging from human induced to natural cause. To this end, this study explores the challenges encountering In-land water based transportation system in Lagos state. Adopting survey research design, both secondary and primary data were employed for the study. Secondary data were sourced from libraries, journals and relevant institutions such as Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) wherein patronage data was gotten, while primary data were gotten through field observations, interview and structured questionnaires. Total of 228 (0.05%) users in three most patronized jetties, one each in a local government were purposively sampled, and administered a set of questionnaires, using accidental sampling technique. The study hypothesized that In-land water based transportation varies significantly between the Local governments areas (P=0.000). However, they encountered similar challenges according to findings. The study revealed that 34.6% of the respondents complained of the presence of water hyacinth. 44.3% of the respondents complained of poor safety measures. 26.8% of the respondents suggested clearing of the water hyacinth. 25.0% of the respondents suggested that the obstacles can be resolved through adequate funding and investment on Inland Waterways Transportation. This study recommends an integrated control method which is biological and mechanical removal of the water hyacinth for easy navigation on the waterways.
Integrated rural accessibility Planning: feasible option for rural access planning in Nigeria
(The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners, 2009-10) Ipingbemi, O
Rural roads are crucial to the socio-economic development of the rural inhabitants. It provides them the opportunity to access water and firewood points, farm plots and educational and health facilities among others. However; the state of rural roads in Nigeria is deplorable with about 75% of them in poor condition. The consequence is that the rural communities are cut off from socio-economic facilities resulting in perpetuation of rural poverty. Efforts geared towards rural access planning over the years in Nigeria relied on top-down approach and qualitative assessment of the travel characteristics of the rural people. The result is the dismal failure of the approach to provide sustainable solutions to the mobility constraints of members of rural communities. Therefore, the adoption of Integrated Rural Accessibility Planning, an approach that is quantifiable, need-based and participatory (bottom-up) in addressing the rural access problem of the rural people may be the option needed for solving the seemingly intractable rural accessibility constraints in the rural areas in the country.
Is the carnage on our roads justified?
(Faculty of Business and Social Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2006) Ipingbemi, O
The magnitude of carnage 01! Nigerian roads has become worrisome in recent times. Over the years, the number of people who have lost their lives in road accidents has been on the increase. For example, between 1960 and 2001, over 250,000 fatalities were recorded. Specifically in 1960, 1,083 people died through road traffic accidents. This figure jumped to 8,102 deaths in 2001, an increase of more than 600%. This could be described as a national "calamity". Human error accounted for more than 80% of the cases. In the same vein, the pattern of fatality in some selected states in Nigeria between 1996-2000 showed that Lagos state all the average was responsible for more than 8% of the total road accident fatality in the country during the period of analysis. Whereas in terms of fatality rate and severity index, Lagos state came second and last respectively. Urgent and proactive steps are therefore needed to step down the level of carnage on Nigerian roads. Both the Nigerian Police and the Federal Road Safety commission (FRSC) should be reorganized and overhauled while health institution's should be strengthened Government should as a matter of urgency establish Road Safety Research Institute charged with the sole responsibility of conducting research on safety measures.
Issues of concern in road transport system in Nigeria
(Faculty of Business and Social Sciences, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 2006-02) Ipingbemi, O
The road transport system in Nigeria has played a major role in the socio-economic development of the country. The road mode still remains the dominant and most elaborate of all forms of transport in the country today. However, several issues are of concern to both the operators and users of road transport system in Nigeria. These include condition of roads and its funding, road traffic accidents and vehicular air pollution. For example, 54 per cent of the road network in Nigeria is still in poor condition with, an annual cost of N133.8 billion (INR = N 2.92) to the Nigerian economy. About N300 billion is needed in the next ten years to bring the total network of roads in the country into fairly good condition. In the same vein, deaths from road traffic accidents have also been staggering. For example, between 1960 and 2001 more than 2,50,000 people have lost their lives in road traffic accidents. The growth in vehicular traffic coupled with rapid urbanization has led to increase in Vehicular Air Pollution (VAP) making Nigeria's air quality one of the worst in the world. Therefore, a range of integrated approach is needed to bring sanity into Nigerian road transport system so as to enhance the effective mobility of people as well as the socio-economic development of the country.
Journey to school, safety and security of school children in Benin City, Nigeria
(Elsevier, 2013) Ipingbemi, O; Aiworo, A.B
School children travel forms an important part of the general traffic planning. However, over the years the access needs and transport requirements of the children have been overlooked or neglected. The paper examined the travel characteristics of school children and the challenges they faced en-route school. Both primary and secondary data were used for this work. Using multi-stage sampling, 373 questionnaire were administered to school children in selected secondary schools. The questionnaire were purposely administered in those schools. Secondary data were obtained from relevant organizations. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Walking accounted for more than 65% of the mode of transport to school. The main reasons for walking to school were short distance (32.4%) and high cost of transportation (27.4%). Poor driving was the most important challenge school children face en-route school. In terms of safety and security, out of 56 school children involved in road crashes, 5.4% had dislocation while only 1.6% of the school children had experienced kidnapping at one time or the other. Students’ T-test showed a significant difference (p < 0.05) in the use of different modes to school. The paper suggests improved drivers’ enlightenment, provision of mass transit, construction and repair of walkways as well as transport policy that addresses the access needs of the school children.
Mobility challenges and transport safety of people with disabilities (PWDs) in Ibadan, Nigeria
(2015) Ipingbemi, O
Disability is a growing problem worldwide. The challenges facing people with disabilities are being exacerbated by poor and inadequate transport. This paper assessed the mobility challenges and transport safety of disabled people in Ibadan Metropolis. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources. A structured questionnaire was administered on 388 respondents (crippled and blind) in 2 major motor parks, designated bus stops and road terminals along corridors where people with disabilities are concentrated. Secondary information was sourced from the disabled homes in the state. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Findings indicated that about 2/3 were male, 72% had no more than primary education and begging was the main source of income. About 90% made only two trips per day, more than 65% spent more than 10 minutes at bus stops and 80% relied on public transport. Road environment and vehicle design were the main mobility challenges and about a half were victims of road crashes. Significant correlation existed among number of trips, sex, educational attainment and income. The paper suggested accessible transport infrastructure, disability awareness training for public transport staff, improved vehicle design and disable-oriented mobility planning in order to meet the access needs of people with disabilities.
Neglected issues in road crashes in sub-sahara Africa: the example of Nigeria
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria., 2011-03) Ipingbemi, O
Road crash is a global problem. It is more serious in Sub-Sahara Africa, especially in Nigeria because road transport account for more than 80% of the total traffic and road safety measures are poorly developed. Road traffic crashes in Nigeria have claimed many lives and rendered several people permanently injured. In spite of the wasted human resources and debilitating effect of road crashes on the socio-economic development of the country, some efforts which would have reversed the trend and lessened this burden are either neglected or ignored. These -include among others, training of drivers in the use of first aid technique, building of road side clinics, insurance and. compensation, Road Safety Fund as well as under- reporting of the magnitude and significance of road crash figures. The paper calls for the use of computer technology in the collation and analysis of road crash statistics, training of commercial drivers in First Aid techniques and the establishment of Nigerian Road Safety Emergency Service as well as Road Safety Fund. It must however be backed up with strong political will from the government and devoid of corruption. This is expected to bring about reduction in road carnage on Nigerian roads as well as ameliorating the socio-economic burden of road crash victims.
Observed automobile drivers' mobile phone use rates in Ibadan metropolis, Nigeria
(Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, 2015-03) Ipingbemi, O; Oyemami, O
The use of mobile phone while driving is a growing problem in both developed and developing countries. This problem was investigated among automobile drivers through fixed location observational survey in three residential densities in Ibadan Metropolis. The survey was undertaken for seven days between 7.00am and 7.00pm everyday. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. The average phone use rates in low, medium and high densities were 4.3%, 4.2% and 4.2% respectively. Daily pattern showed two peak periods coinciding with the conventional traffic volume peaks in all the zones. Also, drivers were more likely to use mobile phones 2 times during. weekdays compared to weekends. Males were five times more likely to use cell phone than females. One-way ANOVA showed significant difference (p> 0.05) in the use of mobile phones among automobile drivers across the week. The paper advocates increased enlightenment on the dangers of phone use behind the wheels, improved surveillance, proper enforcement of existing legislation banning phone use while driving as well as tougher penalties.
Pedestrian mobility and constraints in the dormitory suburbs of Agbowo and Orogun in Ibadan
(Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, 2013) Omirin, O.J; Ipingbemi, O; Efeni, O
The study examined the constraints faced by pedestrian movement in Agbowo and Orogun communities in Ibadan. These are dormitory suburbs to members of educational and commercial concerns with a rapidly growing population and inadequate infrastructural provision that has contributed to the deteriorating residential environment. A mean traffic volume of pedestrians per hour of 5296 was obtained in the pedestrian count for Agbowo and 1369 for Orogun. From these figures, a sample size of 106 and 27 was derived for the two communities respectively and respondents were interviewed by the administration of structured questionnaires using an accidental sampling technique. Trip characteristics of the respondents reveal that daily trip frequencies rank very high in both communities and these are to activity centres located at short distances within the communities. The waiting time at the various bus stops was found out to be a motivating factor to trek. However, identified constraints of pedestrian mobility include bad roads 86.8% and 92.6%; absence of pedestrian walkway 74.5% and 74.1% on street parking 59.1% and 77.8%, roadside trading 55.7% and 70.4% in Agbowo and Orogun respectively. The study recommends the incorporation of pedestrian walkway as an integral part of road design within the two communities, enforcement of the planning regulations with reference to development control and an urgent improvement on the communities road network to facilitate effective shared use with pedestrians.
The rate of compliance to seat belt usage among automobile drivers on three categories of roads in Nigeria: an observatory survey
(Taylor & Francis, 2012-03) Ipingbemi, O
Injuries to head, chest and abdomen are a major cause of death for unrestrained vehicle occupants, particularly the drivers. The use of seat belts therefore plays a significant role in reducing the severity of injuries. The study examined the compliance rate of seat belt use on different road hierarchies in Abeokuta (Nigeria) using an observatory method. Findings indicated that there was 54%, 37.3% and 13.6% compliance rate on three categories of roads studied. Also, females complied more with the use of seat belts on each of the roads with compliance rates at 43.3%, 47.2% and 50% compared with males who had 32.6%, 38.6% and 39.6% seat belt compliance rates. Chi-square analysis showed significant variations in the use of seat belt on the roads (p>0.05). The paper suggests increased awareness and enforcement of traffic laws among others in order to ensure sustainable use of seat belts among motorists in Nigeria.
Rate of Compliance with Crash Helmets Use by Powered Two-Wheelers in Nigeria
(Faculty of the Social Sciences, University of Ibadan, 2011-09) Ipingbemi, O; Ajala, A. T
Head injuries remain the main cause of deaths among users of Powered Two- Wheelers (PTW). Therefore, helmet use represents the major measure for reducing the severity of head injuries. However; in most developing countries especially in Nigeria, compliance to the use of crash helmets is extremely poor: Using observational survey, the study evaluated the level of compliance of motorcycle riders to the use of crash helmets on three categories of roads in Abeokuta, Nigeria. In addition, 250 powered two-wheelers (motorcyclists) were served with 250 copies of questionnaire each using systematic sampling. Findings indicated that more than 75% of them were less than 40 years in age and about 68% had no more than secondary education. In terms of helmet wearing, 29%, 15% and 62% compliance rates were recorded on Trunk 'A' collector and access roads respectively. Also, 34.2% and 27.6% identified heat and cost of the crash helmets as main reasons for poor use of crash helmets. One Way ANOVA showed a significant difference (p<0.05) in the use of crash helmets on the three categories of roads. The paper calls for effective enforcement of crash helmet law, more enlightenment programme and the need to subsidize the cost of crash helmets in order to improve the wearing rate in the country.