Socio-Economic and Infrastructure Impacts of Motor Parks in Kaduna Metropolis,Nigeria
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https://doi.org/10.47514/kjg.2026.08.01.016Keywords:
motor parks, socioeconomic, infrastructureAbstract
Motor parks are important hubs for the movement of goods and people across the country; however, their socioeconomic impacts have not been adequately studied. This study, therefore, assessed the socio-economic and infrastructure impacts of motor parks in the Kaduna Metropolis, Nigeria. Data were obtained through a structured questionnaire administered to 155 respondents using convenience sampling. The data was analysed using descriptive statistics on SPSS. The results revealed that 94% of respondents reported that motor parks have significant socio-economic impacts. Furthermore, 52% of respondents indicated motor parks provide business opportunities, while 32% reported they are a source of revenue for state and local governments. The study also found that buses were the dominant mode of transport, accounting for 61.3%. For accessibility, 67.7% of respondents acknowledged good connectivity to transport networks, while 32.3% reported poor access. The study concludes that motor parks in Kaduna are critical economic catalysts that also face infrastructural and accessibility challenges. The study recommends strategic infrastructure investment, enhanced regulatory oversight, and the integration of GIS in urban planning to optimize the benefits of motor parks while mitigating their negative externalities.
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