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| 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 | |
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. Ibadan Ring Road should not be misunderstood with the Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja Ibadan Circular Road which is currently attracting push back from the residents in the six affected local governments in the state which comprises Akinyele, Oluyole, Largely, Egbeda, Ona Ara, and Ido Local governments.
The origins of the Ibadan Ring Road can be traced back to the early 1960s, a period of profound urbanisation in post-independence Nigeria. 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.
Construction commenced in 1960, with the road developed in progressive phases, each tailored to accommodate the city's expanding requirements. In 1963, the Ibadan Ring Road was officially inaugurated.
Throughout its history, the Ibadan Ring Road has undergone multiple expansion and renovation phases to address escalating traffic volumes and urban development.
In the late 1970s, the road underwent widening, transforming it into dual carriageways that substantially improved traffic flow.
Strategic installation of flyovers and interchanges enhanced safety and alleviated congestion. Prominent among these additions are the Cocoa House Interchange and Mokola Flyover.
Ongoing efforts focus on modernising the road, incorporating contemporary traffic management systems, enhanced lighting, and improved road surfaces.
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. This well-maintained road traverses densely populated areas, connecting pivotal neighbourhoods such as Mokola, Dugbe, and Bodija.
The road boasts multiple lanes, well-kept medians, and efficient street lighting, exemplifying Nigeria's urban infrastructure standards.