Bauchi Ring Road

The Bauchi Ring Road is a circular thoroughfare encircling the city of Jos in Plateau State, Nigeria.^[1]

Bauchi Ring Road
Ring Road Jos
Route information
Maintained by Plateau State Ministry of Works
Length	4.7 mi (7.6 km)
Existed	1975–present
Major junctions
Clockwise end	Terminus Junction
Counter-Clockwise end	Bukuru Park
Location
Country	Nigeria
Highway system
Transport in Nigeria

History

Pre-colonial origins

The Bauchi Ring Road has its roots in pre-colonial times when indigenous communities on the Jos Plateau established footpaths and trade routes, laying the foundation for its development.^[2]

Colonial era construction

During the early 20th century under British colonial rule, the road was designed primarily to facilitate the transport of tin, a valuable mineral found abundantly in the Jos Plateau. This investment in infrastructure supported the growing tin mining industry.^[3]

Post-independence expansion

Following Nigeria's independence in 1960, the Bauchi Ring Road underwent significant expansion and modernization.^[4] This involved widening, upgrading, and paving with asphalt to meet the increasing demands of Jos's growing population and economy, transforming it into a vital trade and transport link within the city.^[5]

Contemporary significance

Today, the Bauchi Ring Road remains a vital component of Jos's transportation network. It encircles the city's central business district, connecting various neighborhoods, markets, and institutions. The road facilitates access to essential facilities like the Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos Main Market, and government offices.^[6]

Infrastructure and features

The Bauchi Ring Road is a well-maintained multi-lane asphalt road, encircling Jos. It includes intersections, traffic lights, and pedestrian crossings to ensure efficient traffic flow.^[7] Commercial establishments, residential areas, and green spaces line the road, contributing to its diverse urban landscape.^[8]

Notable landmarks

Several landmarks are located along the Bauchi Ring Road, including the Jos Museum, showcasing the cultural heritage of the region, and the Polo Shopping Mall, a popular retail destination for residents and tourists alike.^[9][10]

See also

• Jos, Nigeria
• Plateau State
• Transport in Nigeria

References

1. Plateau State Business Directory. Uniclean Services (Nig). 1988.
2. Werle, Gerhard; Fernandez, Lovell; Vormbaum, Moritz (2014-09-09). Africa and the International Criminal Court. Springer. ISBN 978-94-6265-029-9.
3. Tell. Tell Communications Limited. 2006.
4. Zangabadt, Sen Luka Gwom (1993). Plateau State Political and Administrative System: A Historical Analysis. Fab Education Books. ISBN 978-978-2023-97-1.
5. Iliffe, John (2017-07-13). Africans: The History of a Continent. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-1-107-19832-6.
6. Ostien, Philip (2007). Sharia Implementation in Northern Nigeria 1999-2006: Historical background. Spectrum Books. ISBN 978-978-029-837-1.
7. African Concord. Concord Press of Nigeria. 1992.
8. Abuja: The Making of a New Capital City for Nigeria. Federal Capital Development Authority. 1986.
9. Plateau State Investment Directory. Ministry of Commerce, Industries & Tourism, Plateau State and Funmilayo & Associates Limited. 1999.
10. State (Nigeria), Plateau (1986). Government of the Plateau State of Nigeria Approved Budget. Government Print.

External links

• Plateau State Ministry of Works
• Nigeria Federal Ministry of Transportation
• Plateau State Government