ASSESSING THE PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES OF INTRODUCING DEDICATED TRICYCLE LANES AS A STRATEGY FOR REDUCING TRAFFIC CONGESTION AND IMPROVING SAFETY IN FAGGE AND TARAUNI LGA, KANO STATE, NIGERIA

Abdullahi, Abdullahi · 2026 · Crossref

DOI: 10.61955/qblexn

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This study investigates the potential of introducing dedicated lanes for tricycles (commonly known as "Keke") as a strategy to mitigate traffic congestion and enhance road safety in Fagge and Tarauni Local Government Areas of Kano State, Nigeria. The research is motivated by the rapid proliferation of tricycles as an affordable, accessible mode of public transport in response to inadequate urban infrastructure. While tricycles address mobility deficits, their operation on shared roads with other vehicle types has exacerbated traffic chaos, reduced flow efficiency, and increased safety risks. The study aims to fill a literature gap by providing empirical evidence on the efficacy of lane segregation for informal, low-horsepower transport modes, which has previously been underexplored compared to formal bus lanes in developed contexts. The researchers employed a quantitative research design, utilizing structured questionnaires administered to a sample of 278 respondents selected via stratified random sampling. The target population included tricycle operators, commuters, motorists, and traffic officials. Data collection involved direct field administration by trained assistants, with oral translations provided for respondents with limited literacy. Of the 278 distributed questionnaires, 252 were successfully retrieved and validated, yielding a 90.6% response rate. The demographic profile of respondents was predominantly male (68.7%) and aged 26–35 years (42.5%). Data were analyzed using SPSS to assess perceptions regarding traffic flow, congestion reduction, and safety outcomes associated with dedicated tricycle lanes. The findings reveal overwhelming support for the implementation of dedicated tricycle lanes, with 96.4% of respondents in favor. Specifically, 90.8% of respondents agreed that such lanes would enhance traffic flow, and 89.2% believed they would improve road safety. Additionally, 62.4% indicated that dedicated lanes would significantly reduce congestion. The study identified mixed vehicle types on shared lanes as the primary cause of congestion, cited by 37.7% of respondents. These results suggest that the current chaotic traffic environment, characterized by the interaction of tricycles with other vehicles on overstretched roads, is a major contributor to inefficiency and safety hazards. The study concludes that implementing dedicated lanes for tricycles is a practical and sustainable traffic management strategy for urban areas in Nigeria. It offers a viable solution to the persistent mobility challenges caused by the saturation of informal transport modes on limited road infrastructure. The authors recommend further studies and the integration of these findings into urban transport policies to mitigate the economic, health, and environmental impacts of traffic congestion. By segregating tricycle operations, policymakers can potentially improve order, safety, and operational efficiency in densely populated cities like Kano.

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